Analyze the table below that shows USGS data for earthquake zones in Alaska and use it to answer this question.

-What is the trend when comparing slip rate to estimated magnitude?
A) The larger the slip rate the smaller the estimated magnitude
B) The larger the slip rate the larger the estimated magnitude
C) There is no obvious slip-magnitude relationship.

Question

Analyze the table below that shows USGS data for earthquake zones in Alaska and use it to answer this question.
 
-What is the trend when comparing slip rate to estimated magnitude?
A) The larger the slip rate the smaller the estimated magnitude 
B) The larger the slip rate the larger the estimated magnitude 
C) There is no obvious slip-magnitude relationship.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

There is no consistent relationship between slip rate and estimated magnitude, as magnitude is influenced by various factors including fault length and area, not just slip rate.

Analyze the Table Below That Shows USGS Data for Earthquake