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    The Point on the Surface of the Earth Directly Above
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The Point on the Surface of the Earth Directly Above

Question 83

Question 83

Multiple Choice

The point on the surface of the Earth directly above where an earthquake originates is called the


A) focus.
B) epicenter.
C) fault.
D) fault zone.
E) hotspot.

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