Which statement describes the damage that results from earthquakes? Amount of damage can be used to determine intersity. Damage can be measured using the Richter scale. The amount of damage increases as magnitude decreases. Earthquakes that cause maximum damage are the most common.

Let's analyze each statement regarding the damage caused by earthquakes: 1. **Amount of damage can be used to determine intensity.** - This statement is true. The intensity of an earthquake is often assessed based on the damage it causes to structures and the effects on people and the environment. 2. **Damage can be measured using the Richter scale.** - This statement is misleading. The Richter scale measures the magnitude of an earthquake, not the damage. While there is a correlation between magnitude and damage, the Richter scale itself does not quantify damage directly. 3. **The amount of damage increases as magnitude decreases.** - This statement is false. Generally, as the magnitude of an earthquake increases, the potential for damage also increases. Lower magnitude earthquakes typically cause less damage. 4. **Earthquakes that cause maximum damage are the most common.** - This statement is also false. While large earthquakes can cause significant damage, they are not the most common. Smaller earthquakes occur more frequently, but they usually cause less damage. Based on this analysis, the most accurate statement is: **"Amount of damage can be used to determine intensity."**