Examine the words and/or phrases below and determine the relationship among the majority of words/phrases. Choose the option that does not fit the pattern. A) stable platform B) shield C) mountain belt D) continental interior

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The majority of the options refer to geographic features, specifically ones that are relatively stationary or fixed in location. 
A) Stable platform refers to a landmass that is not prone to earthquakes or significant geological activity
B) Shield refers to a large, stable area of exposed ancient rocks that are often located in the interior of a continent
D) Continental interior typically refers to the central region of a landmass, which is generally stable and far from tectonic plate boundaries
C) Mountain belt, on the other hand, refers to a region where multiple mountain ranges are located close together. While mountains are a geographic feature, the focus here is on the clustering of these features rather than their stability or stationary nature.

Examine the Words And/or Phrases Below and Determine the Relationship