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Statement (D) is incorrect because isoseismic lines are almost always irregular. They connect points of equal earthquake intensity, which depends on local geology, soil type and building density. Since ground conditions and rock types vary significantly across a region, the ...

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The epicenter is the point on the Earth’s surface located vertically above the earthquake focus (hypocenter). It is the location typically cited in news reports and maps to indicate where the earthquake occurred. It is generally the area where the ...