The San Andreas Fault is located in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The San Andreas Fault is located in:

A. California

B. Indonesia

C. Japan

D. Chile

Answer: Option A

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The San Andreas Fault is a major transform fault running through California, USA.

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