Which of the Following Is Correct Regarding Continental Drift

question 177

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correct regarding continental drift?

• A) It occurred about two billion years ago, but no longer occurs today.
• B) The term "continental drift" is now called plate tectonics.
• C) It does not occur because the crust is brittle.
• D) It is an old theory that has been essentially disproven.

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