Which one of the following would typically have the widest continental shelf?
A) an atoll
B) a tectonically passive, trailing continental margin
C) a tectonically active continental margin next to a deep ocean trench
D) a tectonically passive, mid- ocean ridge and trench system

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Tectonically passive, trailing continental margins are characterized by wide continental shelves due to the lack of significant tectonic activity, allowing for the accumulation of sediments over long periods. This contrasts with active margins, atolls, and mid-ocean ridges, where different processes lead to narrower shelves or different geological features.

Which One of the Following Would Typically Have the Widest