Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Practice Exam

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Unlock your potential as a Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) with our expertly crafted practice test. Designed to simulate the real exam, our quiz offers a comprehensive review of floodplain management principles, preparing you for success.

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What can change protective landforms significantly during coastal storms?

Light drizzles
Mild winds
Storm surge
Sunny weather

The correct answer is: Storm surge

Coastal storms bring in strong winds and heavy rainfall, but the most significant factor that can affect protective landforms is the storm surge. This is when strong winds push the ocean's surface up and onto the coast, causing flooding and erosion along the shoreline. Light drizzles and mild winds may contribute to erosion over time, but they are not powerful enough to change the landforms significantly. Sunny weather does not have any significant impact on protective landforms during coastal storms.