How do floods impact the socioeconomics of a city or town? Select the two correct answers.

1. More sand can be brought to beaches.

2. The cost of goods can decrease.

3. Damaged businesses can mean loss of income.

4. Groundwater can be recharged.

5. Highway or waterway traffic can decrease or stop.

Options (3) and (5)

Explanation:

Flood is a natural disaster that commonly occurs due to the overflow of water into the dry land areas. It takes place when there occurs heavy rainfall in a particular area. It also causes more severe when the dams are being collapsed due to the force exerted by the flow of water.

The occurrence of floods directly affects the socio-economy of a town or city. Due to floods, the shops are kept closed where the various types of businesses get affected, thereby affecting the income of the people. And also the transportation of goods and other materials becomes difficult during a flood, causing a decrease in the highway and waterway traffic.

Thus, the correct answers are options (3) and (5).

3. Damaged businesses can mean loss of income

5. The cost of goods can decrease

Explanation:

Both have to due with the community and interactions within the economy/market.