If you think an emergency situation might soon cause a shortage of basic supplies, would you be most likely to…?

If you think an emergency situation might soon cause a shortage of basic supplies, would you be most likely to…? Published on January 12, 2024 → Survey conducted on January 12, 2024 on 4428 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Race

Purchase as many supplies as you can to last as long as possible

38%

Purchase supplies to cover your needs for the short term

45%

Purchase less than you need for the short term in case there isn't enough to go around

Not purchase any supplies

Not sure

10%

Purchase as many supplies as you can to last as long as possible

38%

Purchase supplies to cover your needs for the short term

45%

Purchase less than you need for the short term in case there isn't enough to go around

Not purchase any supplies

Not sure

10%

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