Question

1. which of the following is a likely economic consequence of extreme weather events, such as el niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions?

∘ increased agricultural productivity due to higher rain
∘ permanent increase in tourism in affected areas
∘ short - term job creation in disaster recovery
∘ stable prices for essential goods
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Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• "Increased agricultural productivity..." is incorrect as extreme weather harms agriculture.
• "Permanent increase in tourism..." is wrong; extreme weather damages tourism infrastructure, reducing tourism.
• "Short - term job creation in disaster recovery..." is correct. After disasters, there's a need for rebuilding, cleanup, etc., creating jobs temporarily.
• "Stable prices for essential goods..." is incorrect; disasters disrupt supply, causing price fluctuations.

Answer:

Short - term job creation in disaster recovery