When Going from a 5 to a 6 on the Richter

question 60

Multiple Choice

When going from a 5 to a 6 on the Richter Scale, what is the increase in amplitude of seismic waves?

• A)1 time
• B)2 times
• C)10 times
• D)32 times

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Definitions:

Connective

In logic and linguistics, a term for words or phrases that link propositions and sentences together to form coherent text.

Predicate

The part of a sentence or clause that tells something about the subject, often relating to an action or attribute.

Nonrestrictive Clause

A type of clause that provides extra information about a noun in a sentence but does not limit its meaning.

Restrictive Clause

A clause that defines or limits the meaning of the noun it modifies and is essential to the meaning of a sentence.