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← GeographyWhich outcome occurs when the San Andreas fault experiences creep?
A)Reduced risk of major earthquakes✓
B)Increased frequency intense rainstorms
C)Formation of extensive alluvial fans
D)More predictable migratory bird patterns
💡 Explanation
Creep along a transform boundary causes gradual stress release, which reduces the potential for major earthquakes, because *aseismic slip* prevents the buildup of energy; therefore, the risk is reduced rather than increased seismic events.
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