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Why do so many earthquakes occur within the Pacific Ring of Fire?

A. This Region is located on an active oceanic plate.

B. This Region experiences many tornados.

C. This Region has numerous plate boundaries.

D. This Region experiences many hurricanes.

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I believe the correct answer for this would be either C., or A., but you go with whatever makes you more comfortable. Hope this was helpful! (:
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The Ring of Fire is a major area in the basin of the Pacific Ocean where a large number of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions occur. In a 40,000 km (25,000 mi) horseshoe shape, it is associated with a nearly continuous series of oceanic trenches, volcanic arcs, and volcanic belts and/or plate movements.
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