Which statement best reflects what is known about the theory of plate tectonics?

Earth’s lithosphere is divided into roughly a dozen major plates, along with several smaller ones. These plates move slowly—typically a few centimeters per year—so the statement describing about a dozen large plates and a few smaller plates is the best match. The other choices give an inaccurate number of plates or an unrealistic movement rate.

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