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    When the Hanging Wall Slips Downward Toward the Foot Wall
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When the Hanging Wall Slips Downward Toward the Foot Wall

Question 7

Question 7

Multiple Choice

When the hanging wall slips downward toward the foot wall, the fault is called


A) normal.
B) reverse.
C) thrust.
D) a horst.

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