Which numbered area on this geologic map of North America consists of recently added tectonic terranes?

A. 1, southern Alaska
B. 2, continental platform of west-central Canada
C. 3, continental shield of eastern Canada
D. 4, coastal plain along the Gulf Coast of the U.S.


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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