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USGS maps identify potential ground-shaking hazards in 2017 from both human-induced and natural earthquakes in the central and eastern U.S., known as the CEUS. The overall seismic hazard for 2017 is lower than in the 2016 forecast, but despite this decrease, there is still a significant likelihood for damaging ground shaking in the CEUS in the year ahead. Despite the decrease in the overall number of earthquakes in 2016, Oklahoma experienced the largest earthquake ever recorded in the state as well as the greatest number of large earthquakes compared to any prior year. The chance of damage from induced earthquakes will continue to fluctuate depending on policy and industry decisions What conclusion would you draw based on this text? Responses A The number of induced earthquakes could be decreased by modifying industrial activities.The number of induced earthquakes could be decreased by modifying industrial activities. B Earthquakes are only caused by the motion of tectonic plates.Earthquakes are only caused by the motion of tectonic plates. C Human-induced earthquakes aren't strong enough to cause significant damage.Human-induced earthquakes aren't strong enough to cause significant damage. D The number of induced earthquakes will continue to decrease regardless of human activities.

Answer 1

A. The number of induced earthquakes could be decreased by modifying industrial activities.

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Answer 2

it would be D

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