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What is a preparedness paradox?

Preparation may make harm seem unnecessary.

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  1. Preparing causes disasters
  2. Plans always fail
  3. Preparation may make harm seem unnecessary ✔

Why: When preparation reduces harm, people may wonder if it was needed.

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Answer: Preparation may make harm seem unnecessary. When preparation reduces harm, people may wonder if it was needed.

  1. Emergency management en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emergency_management
    the more an individual or society prepares for a disaster, pandemic, or catastrophe; the less the harm if and when that event occurs
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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