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In which layer of Earth do earthquakes primarily occur?

A. Inner core
B. Outer core
C. Crust
D. Mantle

Explanation:

Earthquakes generally occur in the Earth’s crust, the outermost layer. The mantle is below the crust, outer and inner core are deeper still.

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