Geologists believe that when the thick and high part of a mountain belt becomes too high and gravitationally unstable, ________ occur(s).

A. gravitational collapse and spreading
B. rapid downcutting
C. volcanic eruptions
D. massive landslides
E. basalt flows


Answer: A

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