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Determine whether each of the statements below is true or false.

1
Earthquakes are easily predicted.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
2
There are many thousands of earthquakes every year.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
3
Plate motions cause earthquakes.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4
The global distribution of earthquakes marks the boundaries of the tectonic plates.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5
Earthquakes are rare in the geographic centers of the plates.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
6
Large earthquakes can be detected by seismographs all over the world.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
7
P-waves are also called primary waves.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
8
Rayleigh waves are a type of body wave emanating from earthquakes.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
9
The focus of an earthquake is the same as it hypocenter.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
10
Under ideal conditions, the location of earthquakes can be determined with a minimum of three seismographs.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
11
Tsunamis can strike in coastal regions without warning.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
12
A significant seismic hazard exists in the central United States.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
13
Tsunamis are often secondary effects of very large earthquakes.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
14
Tsunamis can travel across entire ocean basins in a few hours.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
15
Tsunamis are barely detectable in the open ocean.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
16
In 1973, the passenger liner "Poseidon" was capsized by a tsunami in the Mediterranean Sea.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
17
The largest magnitude earthquakes are associated with convergent plate boundaries.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
18
During a large earthquake, you should take cover under a strong table, doorway, or in a corner of your home.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
19
Following large earthquakes, fires often break out.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
20
Large magnitude earthquakes are terrifying experiences.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE





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