Which of the following sites near a volcano might be relatively less dangerous?

A. a site on a ridge as opposed to a site in a valley
B. a site where rocks have been weakened by hot volcanic fluids
C. a site that is within the shelter provided by the volcano's central crater
D. a site protected by steep slopes of the volcano
E. All of these choices are correct.


Answer: A

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