Decision-making – Severe storm expected within 48 hours Statement: The meteorological department reports that a severe storm is likely to hit the city during the next 48 hours. Courses of Action: I. Advise all business and educational establishments.

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Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

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Introduction / Context:Imminent severe weather requires proportionate, structured response. We must distinguish necessary preparedness from measures that are premature or counterproductive. Given Data / Assumptions: Severe storm forecast with a 48-hour lead time. City authorities manage risk communications and emergency services. Goal: reduce harm while maintaining essential functions. Concept / Approach:Good practice is to activate emergency plans (alerts, shelters, drainage checks, power/medical readiness). Blanket closures are decided based on track/intensity updates; suppressing information is harmful. Step-by-Step Solution: I: Closing all establishments pre-emptively, without granular risk assessment or updated advisories, may be excessive and economically disruptive. Not a necessary immediate step purely from the initial forecast.II: Withholding information undermines public safety; transparent risk communication prevents confusion and enables preparation. II does not follow.III: Activating disaster-management protocols (ICS, coordination, resource staging) directly addresses preparedness needs. III follows. Verification / Alternative check:Emergency management frameworks prioritize readiness and clear communication over secrecy and indiscriminate shutdowns. Why Other Options Are Wrong: I and II: I is premature; II is dangerous. I and III / All: Both include II or an unjustified I. Common Pitfalls:Equating forecast with certain impact; confusing panic-management with information suppression. Final Answer:Only III follows

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