What interpretations can be made about the maturity of a volcano where most eruptions occur from basal fissures and there are a number of parasitic cones along the volcano's flanks?

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The fact that most eruptions occur from basal fissures and there are a number of parasitic cones along the volcano's flanks suggest that the volcano has had multiple eruptions over a long period of time. This indicates that it has had enough time to mature and develop a complex venting system. Therefore, the best choice is A) It is a mature volcano.

What Interpretations Can Be Made About the Maturity of a Volcano