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The exact location of an earthquake's point of origin (latitude, longitude, depth) is known as the:

A. epicenter
B. focus (also known as the hypocenter)
C. break point
D. slippage

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Final answer:

The exact location of an earthquake's point of origin (latitude, longitude, depth) is known as the focus (also known as the hypocenter).

Correct answer is B

Step-by-step explanation:

The exact location of an earthquake's point of origin (latitude, longitude, depth) is known as the focus (also known as the hypocenter).

Correct answer is B

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