The Figure Below Shows the Intensity of an Earthquake in Northern

question 46

Multiple Choice

The figure below shows the intensity of an Earthquake in northern California that affected much of the same areas that were damaged by the 1906 earthquake in a very similar manner.Based on this information,________.

• A)people should not be allowed to build homes in the intensity VIII regions because the U.S.taxpayer has to pay to rebuild after such an earthquake
• B)people who live in the high intensity regions should be required to carry earthquake insurance
• C)construction methods are clearly inadequate in the high intensity areas,and all homes in those areas need to be reinforced
• D)in general,the current building codes are adequate,but people should be aware of the hazards in this area

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Definitions:

Blunted

A term often used in psychology to describe a reduced or muted emotional response to stimuli that typically evoke stronger reactions.

Inappropriate

Not suitable or proper in the context or situation at hand.

Positive Symptoms

Symptoms of mental illness that are characterized by the presence of unusual behaviors or feelings, such as hallucinations or delusions, primarily in context with schizophrenia.

Emotional Blunting

A reduction in the intensity of an individual's emotional response, often a side effect of psychiatric medication.