A Fault Line Has Recurrence Interval of 100 Years and a Long-Term

question 5

Multiple Choice

A fault line has recurrence interval of 100 years and a long-term slip rate of 5 cm/year.How much does the fault slip when it ruptures?

• A)1 cm
• B)5 m
• C)100 m
• D)1000 m

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