Which of the following is the most realistic approach to minimizing earthquake hazards?
A) Publicize any prediction and immediately evacuate cities near the earthquake zone
B) Require all new construction to be built on landfill
C) Require any city near a plate boundary to be relocated
D) Bolt together each side of a fault to prevent future earthquakes
E) Legislate strict building codes that require strong and flexible buildings
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