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What type of fault is a Left Lateral (Strike-Slip Fault)?

A. Normal Fault.
B. Reverse Fault.
C. Transform Fault.
D. Thrust Fault.

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Final answer:

A left lateral (strike-slip fault) is a type of transform fault where the two blocks move horizontally past each other, with the left block moving to the left relative to the right block.

Step-by-step explanation:

A Left Lateral (Strike-Slip Fault) is a type of Transform Fault. In this type of fault, the two blocks on either side of the fault move horizontally past each other, with the left block moving to the left relative to the right block. This motion is parallel to the strike of the fault plane, hence the name left lateral.

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