Most earthquake damage is caused by
A) tsunamis.
B) surface waves.
C) P waves.
D) S waves.

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Surface waves are responsible for most earthquake damage because they travel along the Earth's surface and produce strong ground movements. Unlike P waves and S waves, which move through the Earth's interior, surface waves have larger amplitudes and longer durations at any given point on the Earth's surface, leading to more significant shaking and damage.

Most Earthquake Damage Is Caused by