Which of the Following Is the Most Realistic Approach to Minimizing

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the most realistic approach to minimizing earthquake hazards?

• A) Publicize any prediction and immediately evacuate cities near the earthquake zone
• B) Require all new construction to be built on landfill
• C) Require any city near a plate boundary to be relocated
• D) Bolt together each side of a fault to prevent future earthquakes
• E) Legislate strict building codes that require strong and flexible buildings

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