Multiple Choice
If an earthquake occurred near the oceanic trench in this figure,which one of the following hazards is likely to threaten the town of Mesaview?
A) Ground shaking
B) Liquefaction of soils and other weak materials because of shaking
C) Landslides and other slope failures caused by shaking
D) Destruction by a tsunami
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