Multiple Choice
Which kind of material would be prone to liquefaction during an earthquake?
A) Water-saturated sand
B) Dry compacted clay
C) Sedimentary rock with horizontal layering
D) Volcanic rock that is very porous
E) Any earth material (rock or sediment) that is saturated with water
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