Over the last two decades, costs for weather-related destruction has, on an annual basis,
A) decreased.
B) increased two-fold.
C) increased five-fold.
D) stayed about the same.

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According to a report by the United Nations, costs for weather-related destruction have increased five-fold over the last two decades. This is attributed to a combination of factors, including climate change, population growth in vulnerable areas, and inadequate infrastructure.

Over the Last Two Decades, Costs for Weather-Related Destruction Has