POSSIBLE POINTS: 3.33 According to the United States Geological Survey, the probability that Los Angeles will experience an earthquake within the next 30 years is:
60% that an earthquake measuring magnitude 6.7 will occur
46% that an earthquake measuring magnitude 7 will occur
31% that an earthquake measuring magnitude 7.5 will occur
Which of the following best explains the reason for the high probability that Los Angeles could experience an earthquake in the next 30 years?
There is an active volcano within 50 miles of the city
A tsunami could be generated from the movement of plates along the Pacific Ring of Fire
Los Angeles is very close to the San Andreas Faultline
Sea level rise is likely to cause fooding to sections of Los Angeles over the next 30 years
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