In a Reverse Fault, the ____

question 7

Multiple Choice

In a reverse fault, the ____.

• A)hanging wall goes up relative to the footwall
• B)hanging wall goes down relative to the footwall
• C)hanging wall and footwall remain in the same position vertically
• D)two sides of the fault slide past each other horizontally
• E)two sides of the fault move away from each other

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Definitions:

Inversely

Describes a relationship where one quantity increases as another decreases at a consistent rate, often used in proportion and inverse variation contexts.

Sixth Root

The sixth root of a number is the value that, when multiplied by itself five more times, gives the original number.

Constant of Proportionality

The fixed value that relates two proportional quantities.

Directly Proportional

A relationship between two variables wherein they increase or decrease at the same ratio.