What causes so many earthquakes in México?

México is located on top of three of the Earth's shifting plates.

México has many active volcanoes.

Acapulco is the epicenter of most of the earthquakes in México.

La Ciudad de México is built on top of an ancient lake bed.

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These factors contribute to the high frequency of earthquakes in México. The movement of the tectonic plates beneath the country, the presence of active volcanoes, and the unstable ground in some urban areas all contribute to the likelihood of earthquakes occurring in México.
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The movement of the tectonic plates beneath the country is the correct answer.