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Why do earthquakes occur along the San Andreas Fault?

A. Two plates meet at the San Andreas Fault, and they slide past each other, causing earthquakes.
B. Two plates converge at the San Andreas Fault, causing earthquakes.
C. Two plates pull apart at the San Andreas Fault, causing earthquakes.
D. A mid-ocean ridge located near the San Andreas Fault causes earthquakes to occur.

User Ken Lin
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Answer:

A

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User Sanushi Salgado
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Answer:

I would say that the answer is A

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Sorry if I get it wrong

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