Which of the following socio-economic factors in a given area tends to lead to greater loss of life and property damage in the event of a disaster?
A) aging population
B) increase in population density
C) urbanization
D) diversification of infrastructure
E) increase in population density and increased urbanization

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An increase in population density and increased urbanization tend to lead to greater loss of life and property damage in the event of a disaster. This is because disasters, such as earthquakes or floods, can have a more significant impact on densely populated urban areas, where infrastructure may not be equipped to handle a large number of people or where buildings may not be built to withstand certain disasters.

Which of the Following Socio-Economic Factors in a Given Area