The Distinction Between Joints and Faults Is That ________

Multiple Choice

The distinction between joints and faults is that ________.

A) faults are joints that are greater than one square meter in areal extent
B) faults are fractures along which displacement has occurred; displacement does not occur along joints
C) joints are fractures along which displacement has occurred; displacement does not occur along faults
D) there is no distinction; the two terms are synonymous