A radio station in Chitral broadcasts weather warnings, road closures and market prices during a severe winter. Many isolated settlements have weak mobile s...
Question 1 Report
A radio station in Chitral broadcasts weather warnings, road closures and market prices during a severe winter. Many isolated settlements have weak mobile signals and cannot receive regular internet services. District officials are considering whether radio remains an important communication system despite national digital development.
(a) State one message that the radio station could broadcast during a road closure. [1]
(b) Describe one reason why radio can reach people when internet access is poor. [1]
(c) Explain three ways improved communication can reduce the effects of isolation in mountain areas. [3]
Answer Details
(a) Alternative route / closure location / safety warning / expected reopening time. [1] (b) A radio receiver can receive a broadcast signal without broadband or mobile data. [1] (c) Any three: warnings allow people to avoid dangerous travel [1]; farmers can obtain market prices and make better selling decisions [1]; health or emergency services can be contacted or coordinated more quickly [1]; schools can receive educational broadcasts [1]; communities can learn about government support and development schemes. [1]
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