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An earthquake occurred three hundred miles off the shoreline, and massive flooding occurred on land as a result. Which best describes what occurred?

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Answer: A-

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A tsunami occurred. Offshore earthquakes can send huge amounts of energy into the ocean, creating massive waves that can travel for hundreds and even thousands of miles until they hit shore, sometimes causing immense damage.
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