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单选题 The phrase "this element of the unknown" (Paragraph 3) refers to_____________________.

A、 the extension of earthquake zones

B、 the percentage of earthquake occurrences

C、 when and where earthquakes may occur

D、 what big damage earthquakes may cause

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