Which one of the following is most prone to earthquakes?

A. Coastal plains

B. Old shields

C. Plateaus

D. Young folded mountains

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Young folded mountains is most prone to earthquakes. The movement of the two plates forces sedimentary rocks upwards into a series of folds. Mostly earthquakes occur in the belt of young-fold mountains becuse young fold mountains are formed because of tectonic activities.