Which of the Following Is NOT True of Earthquake Waves

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of earthquake waves?

• A) Surface waves arrive at a seismograph first because they are not impeded by rock.
• B) S waves are body waves and act on rocks in a shearing motion.
• C) P waves are body waves and act by compressing and expanding rocks.
• D) The combining of both types of surface waves is responsible for most earthquake damage to rigid structures.

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