What potential risks are assessed during the investigation?

• A. Flood Risk and Drought Potential
• B. Stability of Slopes and Potential Risks of Landslides and Flooding
• C. Economic Risks of the Project
• D. Noise and Air Quality Impacts

Answer: (B)

The key idea here is identifying hazards related to the ground and water conditions at the site. Investigations focus on how stable the slopes are and the risk of earth movement, such as landslides, especially when soils are saturated. They also assess how water behavior could cause flooding, which directly affects the safety of structures, access, and construction.

This is why the combination of slope stability and the potential for landslides and flooding is the best fit: it covers the main geotechnical and hydrological risks that can determine design choices and mitigation measures. Flood risk alone doesn’t address slope stability, drought isn’t typically a primary hazard in this context, and economic risks or noise/air quality concerns relate to different aspects of project planning rather than the physical hazards at the site.