Which of the following processes was the major reason for the occurrence of so many landslides during the 1964 Anchorage,Alaska,earthquake?
A)There was motion along the fault oversteepened slopes.
B)Water-saturated sandy layers became liquefied during the earthquake.
C)The earthquake tilted the rock layers downhill.
D)The earthquake caused water to accumulate in the soil.

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Liquefaction of water-saturated sandy layers during the earthquake significantly contributed to the occurrence of landslides. This process reduces the strength and stiffness of the soil, making it behave more like a liquid, which can trigger landslides, especially during strong ground shaking.

Which of the Following Processes Was the Major Reason for the Occurrence