In the past, humans experienced famine and floods, or ________; today, because of globalization, humans now face ________ created by the effects of our own knowledge and technology on the natural world.
A) external risk; manufactured risk
B) manufactured risk; external risk
C) natural risk; manufactured risk
D) hyper-risk; manufactured risk

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Manufactured risks are those created by the effects of our own knowledge and technology on the natural world. External risks are those that come from outside of our control, such as natural disasters. In the past, humans experienced famine and floods, which are external risks. Today, because of globalization, humans now face manufactured risks, such as climate change and pollution.

In the Past, Humans Experienced Famine and Floods, or ________;