Question

question 3 of 5
what natural disaster would pose the most serious threat to buildings were
new york city to be abandoned?

a. earthquakes

b. tornadoes

c. hurricanes

d. floods

Explanation:

New York City is in a coastal area. If abandoned, without maintenance (like drainage systems, protective infrastructure), flooding (from rising sea levels, storm surges, or heavy rains) would severely damage buildings over time. Earthquakes are less frequent/intense here, tornadoes are not the primary threat, and hurricanes’ direct wind damage is less long - term than flood - related structural decay.

Answer:

D. Floods