The Himalayan Mountains were formed as a result of ____

A) ocean-continent convergence
B) continent-continent convergence
C) ocean-ocean divergence
D) continent-continent divergence


B

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. Rational choice theory’s premise is that the individual is a purposeful, calculating actor, seeking to maximize her or his interests. 2. In Britain, the calculated risk of getting into an automobile accident while driving is greater than the material risk of getting mad cow disease from eating a hamburger. 3. Food disparagement statutes in 13 states protect citizens who publicly question the safety of food products. 4. The USDA always encourages scientific research that tests the safety of corporate activities in food and agriculture. 5. Rational risk assessment suggests that we should compare our best knowledge about the rates and probabilities of hazards and choose the least dangerous alternative.

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Which of the following factors does not limit coral growth?

A) High concentrations of calcium carbonate in the water B) High sediment load in the water C) Low light D) Low nutrient levels in the water E) Water temperatures below 18°C

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Soil _______________ is a slow downslope movement

Fill in the blank with correct word.

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A 2015 study by the Pew Research Center found that between 2009 and 2014, more legal and illegal immigrants in the United States ____ than migrated to the United States.

A. filed for green cards B. returned to Mexico C. found suitable employment D. migrated to Canada E. became citizens

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