Solve
-Use the Formula $R = \log \left( \frac { a } { T } \right) + B$

question 4

Multiple Choice

Solve.
-Use the formula $R = \log \left( \frac { a } { T } \right) + B$ to find the intensity $R$ on the Richter scale, given that amplitude $a$ is 426 micrometers, time T between waves is $3.3$ seconds, and B is 2.1. Round answer to one decimal place.

• A) \(2.1\)
• B) \(7.2\)
• C) \(4.2\)
• D) 7

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