An Instrument Used to Record Vibrations in the Crust Is

question 93

Multiple Choice

An instrument used to record vibrations in the crust is the

• A)land barometer.
• B)the Richter scale.
• C)seismometer.
• D)tiltmeter.

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Definitions:

Federal Reserve System

An alternative term for the Federal Reserve, emphasizing its structure as a network of 12 Federal Reserve Banks serving as the nation's central bank.

Monetary Policy

The process by which the central bank or monetary authority of a country controls the supply of money, often targeting an inflation rate or interest rate to ensure price stability and general trust in the currency.

Elastic Currency

A currency system that can expand or contract in supply to accommodate economic needs and stabilize the economy.

Secondary Reserves

Liquid assets held by financial institutions that are not used for primary obligations but can be quickly converted to cash for emergency needs.