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The scale used for measuring the intensity of the earthquake is _____________.

  1. A
    Mercalli scale
  2. B
    Quake scale
  3. C
    Richter scale
  4. D
    Epicentre scale

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

The Richter scale measures the magnitude* (amount of energy released) of an earthquake.
The Mercalli scale measures the intensity* (the visible damage and effects caused on the surface) of an earthquake.

Since the question asks for intensity, the Mercalli scale is the correct answer.

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The scale used for measuring the intensity of the earthquake is _____________.
A
Mercalli scale
B
Quake scale
C
Richter scale
D
Epicentre scale

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