In 1985,as a result of the Michoacan earthquake many buildings collapsed and killed about 8000 people in Mexico City,even though the city lies 350 miles from the epicenter.This was caused by all but which of the following?
A) resonance between seismic waves
B) soft lake-sediment foundations
C) improperly designed buildings
D) collapse of thousands of single-story frame houses
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