What type of event nearly always occurs at plate boundaries?

What type of event nearly always occurs at plate boundaries?

Correct Answer: earthquake
eruption
hurricane
tsunami

Explanation: Scientists are not able to predict earthquakes. Since nearly all earthquakes take place at plate boundaries, scientists can predict where an earthquake will occur ( Figure below ). This information helps communities to prepare for an earthquake. For example, they can require that structures are built to be earthquake safe.

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