Deep-Hypocentre Earthquakes Are Associated with ________ Plate Boundaries

question 29

Multiple Choice

Deep-hypocentre earthquakes are associated with ________ plate boundaries.

• A)divergent
• B)convergent (subducting)
• C)transform
• D)strike-slip

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