According to the elastic rebound theory:
a. movement occurs at frequent regular intervals; each one is accompanied by a small earthquake
b. movement is continuous; the velocity of movement gradually increases until a major earthquake occurs
c. deformation of the rocks without movement is continuous; rupture, movement along the fault, and a major earthquake occur when deformation reaches a critical level
d. movement is continuous until a large earthquake occurs; the movement then terminates
c
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