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pane00

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The Richter magnitude scale measures an earthquake's
 
  A) frequency.
  B) energy in terms of ground shaking.
  C) damage.
  D) all of the above

Question 2

The Mercalli scale measures an earthquake's
 
  A) effects.
  B) damage.
  C) intensity.
  D) intensity, damage, and overall effect.


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jointhecircus

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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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Reply 2 on: Jul 29, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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