Question

An earthquake early warning system uses computers that detect that a large earthquake has begun, then calculate how long until strong shaking will arrive at a given location, then send an alert that can prepare communities in many ways.

True/False

Answer 1

True. An earthquake early warning system uses computers to detect the start of a large earthquake and sends an alert to prepare communities.

Step-by-step explanation:

True. An earthquake early warning system uses computers to detect the start of a large earthquake. The system then calculates the amount of time it will take for strong shaking to reach a specific location and sends an alert to prepare communities. This alert can help communities take necessary precautions such as evacuating buildings, securing heavy objects, and activating emergency response plans.