A town is considering adopting a flood mitigation strategy. The results of its study are shown in the table below. Which of the following statements provides the best analysis of the data?
(1 point)
Responses
The town should build the diversion channels because this option is more cost efficient within the first 5 years.
The town should build the diversion channels because this option is more cost efficient within the first 5 years.
The town should elevate buildings in the flood plain because the maintenance costs are lower.
The town should elevate buildings in the flood plain because the maintenance costs are lower.
The town should elevate buildings in the flood plain because the work will be completed sooner.
The town should elevate buildings in the flood plain because the work will be completed sooner.
The town should build the diversion channels because this option will displace the most people