Which outcome results when the fault zone experiences creep?

💡 Explanation

Creep involves slow, stable sliding because aseismic slip accommodates stress along the fault plane, therefore gradual surface deformation occurs, rather than a sudden release of energy associated with earthquakes which usually happens due to stick-slip friction.

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