Which Is Not a Major Factor in the Width of a Continental

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which is not a major factor in the width of a continental shelf?

• A) The proximity to a plate boundary
• B) The speed of ocean currents
• C) Natural dams that allow sediment accumulation
• D) The number of rivers depositing new sediments

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