An Earthquake Occurs in California

question 57

Multiple Choice

An earthquake occurs in California.What is the minimum magnitude an earthquake can have if it is to be picked up by seismographic networks around the world?

• A)M 5.5
• B)M 7
• C)M 8
• D)M 9.5

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Dividends

A portion of a company's earnings that is paid to shareholders as a distribution of profits.

Balance Sheet

A report detailing a firm's assets, liabilities, and owners' equity at a certain moment.

Retained Earnings

The portion of a company's profit that is held or retained and not paid out as dividends to shareholders, often used for reinvestment in the business or to pay down debt.

Common Stock

Equity ownership in a corporation, with rights to dividends and voting privileges in corporate matters.