Which item is NOT listed as a factor to consider when planning to recreate in avalanche terrain?

• A. Ground Slope Angle
• B. Weather
• C. Master Human Biases/Traps
• D. Low Risk Travel

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is that planning for avalanche terrain focuses on decision-making and risk management, not just the physical features of the terrain. Weather directly influences snow stability and avalanche potential, so it’s a fundamental planning factor. Recognizing and addressing Master Human Biases/Traps helps you avoid cognitive errors that can lead to risky choices. Choosing Low Risk Travel is about actively reducing exposure and selecting safer routes and timing. Ground slope angle, while it strongly affects hazard, isn’t framed here as a planning factor to consider; it’s a terrain parameter you assess as part of evaluating where you’ll go, rather than a planning factor listed for decision-making. So ground slope angle is the item not listed among the planning factors.