Divergent plate boundaries
A. always result in rifts along which new oceanic crust is created.
B. are no longer a potential hazard if they are not actively rifting.
C. are simple curvilinear features on all ocean floors.
D. may result in rifts on continents, but may also "fail" or stop, resulting in topographically low areas.
Answer: D
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