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Q · Earthquakemedium · 45s
What is the impact of deep focus earthquakes?
TopicEarthquake
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Deep focus quakes cause less intense shaking at surface compared to shallow quakes.
Final Answer: Option B - Lower surface shaking