Which among the following on the Richter scale is of the highest magnitude?

5.0

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6.0

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7.0

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2.0

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Solution

The correct option is C
7.0

7.0

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Which among the following on the Richter scale is of the highest magnitude?

The correct option is C 7.0 7.0

The correct option is C
7.0

7.0