What can be determined by looking at Figure 13.14?

A) The areas of higher elevation were once buried by glaciers.
B) Areas that are now sinking under the sea once bulged up because of flexural isostasy.
C) Areas that are above sea level are growing and areas that are below sea level are sinking.
D) Eastern North America was once completely covered by glaciers.


Answer: C

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