How does the rate of continental-shelf sedimentation compare to the rate of deep ocean sedimentation?
a) Continental-shelf sedimentation is faster than deep ocean sedimentation due to proximity to terrestrial sediment sources and active wave and current processes.
b) Continental-shelf sedimentation is slower than deep ocean sedimentation due to reduced sediment availability.
c) Continental-shelf sedimentation is equal to deep ocean sedimentation as both areas experience similar sedimentation rates.
d) The comparison cannot be determined without additional information.