On an Andean-type convergent margin, the continental block contains the ________.
A)accretionary wedge and high pressure-low temperature metasediments and metavolcanics
B)batholiths, volcanic arc, and high temperature-moderate pressure metamorphics
C)deep ocean trench and batholiths
D)rotated block faults

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On an Andean-type convergent margin, the continental block contains volcanoes, a volcanic arc, and high temperature-moderate pressure metamorphics. Additionally, batholiths may also be present. The accretionary wedge and high pressure-low temperature metasediments and metavolcanics are typically found in the oceanic plate being subducted. Deep ocean trenches are also typically found on the oceanic plate being subducted, not on the continental block. Rotated block faults are not specifically associated with Andean-type convergent margins.

On an Andean-Type Convergent Margin, the Continental Block Contains the ________