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← GeographyWhich consequence results when fault creep causes differential stress?
A)Progressive deformation of crustal blocks✓
B)Sudden release along fault segments
C)Formation of new divergent boundaries
D)Increased plate buoyancy and uplift
💡 Explanation
Fault creep causes slow, continuous movement rather than sudden rupture; thus, progressive deformation occurs within crustal blocks. Intermittent stress transfer happens within these zones because of differential movement; therefore, deformation rises rather than abrupt seismic slip releases.
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