The amplitude of an earthquake is recorded by three different seismograph stations. The seismograph station in Milwaukee, WI records an amplitude of 5 mm; the seismograph station in Toronto, ON records an amplitude of 7.5 mm; and the seismograph station in Portland, ME records and amplitude of 10 mm. Which city is closest to the epicenter of the earthquake?
A. Portland, ME
B. Milwaukee, WI
C. Toronto, ON
D. Not enough data is given to answer.
E. All three cities are equal distance from the earthquake epicenter.
Answer: D
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