Under the Theory of Plate Tectonics,the Plates Themselves Are ________

question 32

Multiple Choice

Under the theory of plate tectonics,the plates themselves are ________.

• A)discrete pieces of lithosphere at the surface of the solid Earth that move with respect to one another
• B)discrete layers of lithosphere that are vertically stacked one atop the other
• C)composed only of continental rocks that plow through the weaker oceanic rocks
• D)very thick (approximately one-quarter of Earth's radius)

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Definitions:

Inferring with Certainty

Inferring with certainty means drawing a conclusion that is considered to be absolutely true based on the available evidence and logical reasoning.

Implications

The possible effects or consequences that may result from a particular action, statement, or decision.

Grammatically Equivalent

Refers to phrases or sentences that have the same grammatical structure.

Denying the Antecedent

A logical fallacy that occurs when one incorrectly assumes that if the antecedent is not true, then the consequent cannot be true, in a conditional statement.