Which 2004 undersea earthquake caused the Indian Ocean tsunami?
Correct answer: C. The Sumatra–Andaman earthquake
- A. The Java earthquake
- B. The Nias earthquake
- C. The Sumatra–Andaman earthquake
- D. The Banda Sea earthquake
Explanation
The magnitude 9.1 Sumatra–Andaman quake of December 2004 triggered the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami.
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