In the event of a nuclear reactor accident, evacuation of offsite areas should:

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Question: In the event of a nuclear reactor accident, evacuation of offsite areas should

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1.  Always be performed regardless of radiation levels and other hazards
2.  Sometimes be performed depending on the proximity to the plant and the severity of the release
3.  Not be performed due to hazards involved with relocating people
4.  Be based on the projected time of the arrival of the plume and radiation levels

Answer 1

2. Sometimes be performed depending on the proximity to the plant and the severity of the release

In the event of a nuclear reactor accident, evacuation of offsite areas should sometimes be performed depending on the proximity to the plant and the severity of the release.