Which statement best explains why low-income neighborhoods are disproportionately impacted by natural hazards?

Low-income residents often have fewer financial resources to evacuate, move away from a hazardous area, or rebuild after a disaster. This makes it harder for them to avoid harm and recover, so D, “Residents may be unable to pay relocation and rebuilding costs,” best explains the disproportionate impact.

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