Which of the following is not explained by the elastic rebound theory?

A. the common occurrence of fires in earthquake-affected communities
B. the concept of seismic gap
C. the likely recurrence of earthquakes along the same fault zone
D. the generation of earthquakes along fault zones


Answer: A

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