What types of rocks would be most common in the volcano shown in this photograph?

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The volcano shown in the photograph appears to have a broad, gently sloping shape, which is characteristic of shield volcanoes. Shield volcanoes are primarily composed of basaltic lava flows, making choice B the best answer. Scoria, tuff, and tephra are more commonly associated with explosive eruptions of stratovolcanoes, while felsic and intermediate lava flows are typically found in more viscous lava domes.

What Types of Rocks Would Be Most Common in the Volcano