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You are discussing earthquakes with your friends. One friend states that a magnitude 8.0 earthquake is twice as powerful as a 4.0 magnitude earthquake. Another friend states that it is actually 40 times more powerful. Another friend claims that it is 10,000 times more powerful. Which friend is more correct? Explain.

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The friend that says 8.0 is twice as powerful as a 4.0. Hope this helps

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