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student77

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which tectonic boundary is responsible for the most powerful and destructive earthquakes recorded?
 
  A) Transform
  B) Divergent
  C) Convergent

Question 2

What is the term used to describe slow, gradual displacement along a fault without the accumulation of significant strain?
 
  A) Megathrusting
  B) Fault creep
  C) Fault propagation
  D) Elastic rebound


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courtney_bruh

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


student77

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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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