Which of the following is a valid description of features within continental interiors?
A)The central region of a continent is called a shield and is a broad,basaltic volcano with gentle slopes.
B)The continental platform has nearly horizontal sedimentary rocks deposited on crystalline basement.
C)The oldest exposed rocks in a continent are usually along the coastline.
D)Broad domes and basins in continental interiors have nearly vertical beds around their flanks.
E)All of these are correct.

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The continental platform is characterized by nearly horizontal sedimentary rocks deposited on crystalline basement. This is a valid description of features within continental interiors. Choice A is incorrect because shields are not volcanic, but rather composed of ancient, highly eroded crystalline rock. Choice C is incorrect because the oldest exposed rocks in a continent are not necessarily along the coastline. Choice D is incorrect because broad domes and basins in continental interiors have nearly horizontal beds around their flanks.

Which of the Following Is a Valid Description of Features