Seismic Gaps Are _____________

question 27

Multiple Choice

Seismic gaps are _____________.

• A) inactive faults cutting across high ridges and water gaps
• B) segments of active faults with creep rates of up to 2 cm/yr
• C) unusually quiet zones, which have not produced earthquakes, along known active faults
• D) sweatshirt boutiques located in Vancouver

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