Seismic risk in Canada is assessed using the product of which of the following factors?

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Seismic risk is assessed based on both the vulnerability of the population and the seismic hazard. The vulnerability of a population depends on factors such as building codes and emergency preparedness, while seismic hazard refers to the level of ground shaking that can be expected in an earthquake. Probability of an earthquake and population (option A) or earthquake return period and vulnerability (option B) are factors that contribute to seismic risk, but not the primary factors used to assess it. Probability of an earthquake and seismic hazard (option D) are both important factors, but do not consider population vulnerability.

Seismic Risk in Canada Is Assessed Using the Product of Which