In a city, the best strategy for avoiding injury in an earthquake that arrives suddenly is to ____

a. make your way to open ground as fast as possible
b. ?remain where you are during the shaking from P-waves, but attempt to leave the city before S-waves arrive
c. ?seek cover in the basement of the building or home you are in
d. ?remain where you are and lie next to a heavy and sturdy object
e. ?seek cover in the attic or top floor of the building you are in


ANSWER: d

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