Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

A 7.2-magnitude earthquake triggered landslides and a tsunami that struck a country on January 4, 2010, leaving more than 1,000 people homeless. Name of that country?

  1. Sumatra

  2. Solomon Islands

  3. Andaman & Nicobar Islands

  4. Indonesia

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B Correct answer
Explanation

On January 4, 2010, a 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck the Solomon Islands, specifically near Rendova, triggering a tsunami and landslides that destroyed hundreds of homes. While Indonesia is seismically active, this specific date and magnitude match the Solomon Islands event.