Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) Practice Exam

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What is the role of the USGS?

US Geological Service
US Ground Survey
US Geological Survey
US Geographical Survey

The correct answer is: US Geological Survey

The role of the USGS, or US Geological Survey, is to conduct research and provide scientific information and data about the earth's natural resources, natural hazards, and changes to the earth's land, water, and biological resources. Option A, US Geological Service, is incorrect as it is not the proper name for the organization. Option B, US Ground Survey, is incorrect as it does not include the term "geological." Option D, US Geographical Survey, is incorrect as it does not include the term "geological." It is important to use the correct name, US Geological Survey, when referring to this organization.