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    A Normal Fault Occurs When the Hanging Wall Moves ________
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A Normal Fault Occurs When the Hanging Wall Moves ________

Question 50

Question 50

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A normal fault occurs when the hanging wall moves ________ relative to the footwall.


A) up
B) down
C) to the left
D) to the right

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