Economic Models Are NOT Used to

question 69

Multiple Choice

Economic models are NOT used to

• A)explain economic phenomena.
• B)predict economic phenomena.
• C)understand economic phenomena.
• D)describe all economic phenomena in minute detail.

Understand the distribution and causes of earthquakes relative to plate tectonics.

Recognize the seismic wave characteristics and their propagation through Earth.

Comprehend the methods used for determining the location and magnitude of earthquakes.

Identify the effects and risks associated with earthquakes, including secondary hazards.

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Definitions:

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Okanagan Area

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Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC)

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