Which of the following is a planning example?

• A. Hazard maps
• B. Ground-swelling detection
• C. Seismographs
• D. Steep roofs

Answer: (A)

Planning involves shaping decisions before a hazard occurs. Hazard maps exemplify this because they convert information about where a hazard is likely to happen into a visual tool that guides policy and land-use choices. They help determine where development should be restricted, where infrastructure should be reinforced, and where evacuation routes or emergency services should be prioritized, all to reduce risk ahead of time.

In contrast, ground-swelling detection focuses on monitoring ongoing ground movement, seismographs record ground shaking during earthquakes, and steep roofs are a building design feature to mitigate damage. These relate more to measurement, monitoring, or engineering responses than to planning at the policy or land-use level.