Based on Geologic Evidence,the Average Return Period for Large Cascadia

question 40

Multiple Choice

Based on geologic evidence,the average return period for large Cascadia megathrust earthquakes is in the order of ___________.

• A) 20 years
• B) 100 years
• C) 600 years
• D) 1,000 years

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