Which of the Following Statements Concerning Stress Is NOT True

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning stress is NOT true?

• A) Shearing stress commonly exists at transform plate margins.
• B) Compression, tension, and shearing stress are all capable of causing strain in rock units.
• C) Tensional stress commonly exists at continental collision plate boundaries.
• D) Compressive stress commonly exists at subducting plate boundaries.