Question

which statement describes the damage that results from earthquakes?
amount of damage can be used to determine intensity.
damage can be measured using the richter scale.
the amount of damage increases as magnitude decreases.
earthquakes that cause maximum damage are the most common.

Explanation:

The Richter scale measures magnitude (not damage). Damage generally increases with magnitude. Earthquakes causing max damage are rare. Intensity (which considers damage, among other factors like human perception) can be determined using the amount of damage.

Answer:

A. Amount of damage can be used to determine intensity.