On Average,a Major Earthquake (Richter Scale 6

question 56

Multiple Choice

On average,a major earthquake (Richter scale 6.0 or above) occurs 3 times a decade in a certain California county.What is the probability that less than six months will pass before the next earthquake?

• A)0.1393
• B)0.8607
• C)0.0952
• D)0.9048

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Definitions:

Common Bile Duct

Duct that carries bile to the duodenum. It is formed from the merger of the cystic and hepatic ducts.

Cholangiography

A test that evaluates the function of the bile ducts by injection of a contrast medium directly into the common bile duct (during gallbladder surgery) or through a T-tube (after gallbladder surgery or during radiologic testing) and taking an X-ray.

Bile Ducts

Channels that carry bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum for digestion.

Radiologist

A medical doctor specialized in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques, such as X-rays and MRI.