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How can natural disasters affect the economy?

Answer 1

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Since natural disasters inflict a great deal of damage, the government must naturally foot the bill. Depending on how extensive the damage is, this could run into the millions of dollars, which would have a significant effect on the economy given the rate at which the money is being spent.

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Answer 2

Ivy Ackerman

Natural disasters can affect the economy by causing damage to infrastructure, disrupting supply chains, reducing productivity, increasing unemployment, decreasing consumer spending, and leading to higher insurance premiums and government spending on recovery efforts.

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