Question

How are earthquakes at continental plate boundaries different from earthquakes at mid-ocean ridges? (1 point)
• They are shorter in duration.
• They begin closer to Earth’s surface.
• They began deeper and earth crust.
• They are longer in duration.

Answer 1

Earthquakes at continental plate boundaries typically begin closer to Earth's surface compared to those at mid-ocean ridges. Therefore, the correct answer is:

• They begin closer to Earth’s surface.