Multiple Choice
Aftershocks are
A) Large to small earthquakes that come after a large earthquake.
B) Unlikely to cause damage.
C) Predictable from the primary earthquake's characteristics.
D) Of short duration and occur within a period of a few hours after the major earthquake.
Correct Answer:
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