In Elastic Rebound Theory, What Must Occur to Produce an Earthquake

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Multiple Choice

In elastic rebound theory, what must occur to produce an earthquake?

• A) The ground needs to absorb enough water to lubricate the surface of the fault.
• B) Rocks must break in order to produce slip on a fault.
• C) Enough stress must build up over time on a fault to overcome friction.
• D) Tidal forces need to be at a maximum to increase the energy applied to the fault.

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