Strength
A) decreases with depth.
B) increases with depth because of pressure, then decreases at further depths because of temperature.
C) increases with depth.
D) decreases with depth because of pressure, then increases at further depths because of temperature.

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Strength generally increases with depth due to the increasing pressure, which tends to compact and strengthen materials. However, at greater depths, the increasing temperature can weaken materials, leading to a decrease in strength.