Multiple Choice
The ________ magnitude scale is a measure of the energy released as judged from the amplitude of the largest seismic wave.It does not directly measure the extent of building damage.
A) modified Mercalli
B) moment magnitude
C) open-ended Richter
D) shaklee natural
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