In what direction were the rocks in the center of this cross section shortened?
A)in a vertical direction
B)in a horizontal direction
C)they were not shortened,they were pulled apart
D)there is no way to tell

Question

In what direction were the rocks in the center of this cross section shortened? 
A)in a vertical direction 
B)in a horizontal direction 
C)they were not shortened,they were pulled apart 
D)there is no way to tell

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The cross section shows that the rocks on either side of the center have moved closer together, indicating a shortening in a horizontal direction. There is no indication of vertical shortening or pulling apart of the rocks. Therefore, the best choice is B.

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