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The National Seismic Hazard Map classified one location as having the “highest hazard” and another location as having the “lowest hazard.” Based on this classification, which conclusion can you draw between the "highest hazard" and "lowest hazard" locations?(1 point) Responses There will never be an earthquake in the "lowest hazard" location in the future. There will never be an earthquake in the "lowest hazard" location in the future. There is more likely to be an earthquake in a "highest hazard" location than in a "lowest hazard" location. There is more likely to be an earthquake in a "highest hazard" location than in a "lowest hazard" location. "Highest hazard" locations are better prepared for an earthquake than the "lowest hazard" locations. "Highest hazard" locations are better prepared for an earthquake than the "lowest hazard" locations. There will definitely be an earthquake in the "highest hazard" location. There will definitely be an earthquake in the "highest hazard" location. Skip to navigation

Answer 1

The most accurate conclusion based on the classification of the locations would be: "There is more likely to be an earthquake in a 'highest hazard' location than in a 'lowest hazard' location."

This reflects the intention behind seismic hazard assessments, indicating that locations categorized as "highest hazard" have a greater probability of experiencing significant seismic activity compared to those classified as "lowest hazard." However, it does not guarantee that earthquakes will or will not occur in either location.