Which mechanical response is observed when increasing confining pressure slows stick-slip?

💡 Explanation

Increased pressure reduces the potential for sudden slip events because it enhances frictional resistance along the fault plane driving stable sliding (velocity strengthening). Therefore, stick-slip declines accompanied by rising potential for rupture; rather than accelerating unstable fault behavior alone.

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