Multiple Choice
Fluid might be injected along a locked section of fault to
A) Cushion the shock of the next earthquake.
B) Cause the rocks to swell and close the fault.
C) Reduce resistance to shear along the fault, allowing creep to occur.
D) Reduce the risk of fire from an earthquake.
Correct Answer:
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