Analyze the map below and answer the question that follows.

The map shows names and locations of the trenches in the Ring of Fire.
Image courtesy of the USGS

The Ring of Fire, shown on the map above, is a zone of __________ activity that surrounds the Pacific Ocean.
A.
sinkhole
B.
cordillera
C.
tectonic
D.
storm

Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
B
C
D

1 answer

The best answer is C. tectonic.

The Ring of Fire is well-known for its tectonic activity, including earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.