Most Active Faults Pose a Risk to Society Because They

question 95

Multiple Choice

Most active faults pose a risk to society because they can potentially produce _______.

• A) tsunamis
• B) earthquakes
• C) landslides
• D) disruptions in groundwater flow

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Definitions:

Variable Costs

Expenses that fluctuate in direct proportion to changes in levels of production or sales, such as materials and labor.

Fixed Costs

Expenses that do not change with the level of production or sales volumes, remaining constant regardless of the company's activity levels.

Margin Of Safety

The difference between actual sales and the break-even point. It measures how much sales can fall before a business incurs a loss.

Variable Costs

Expenditures that adjust based on the degree of operational activity or the volume of goods manufactured.