Visualize Five Horizontal Undeformed Sedimentary Strata Exposed in a Cliff

question 66

Multiple Choice

Visualize five horizontal undeformed sedimentary strata exposed in a cliff or canyon wall identified by consecutive numbers, with 1 representing the lowest of the five beds and 5 representing the highest of the 5 beds. Which of the following statements concerning the strata is true?

• A) Bed 4 is older than bed 2.
• B) Bed 5 is the oldest.
• C) Beds l and 3 are older than bed 4.
• D) Bed 3 is older than beds 2 and 4.

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