Visualize Five Horizontal Sedimentary Strata Exposed in a Cliff or Canyon

question 8

Multiple Choice

Visualize five horizontal sedimentary strata exposed in a cliff or canyon wall identified by consecutive numbers, 1 being the lowest bed and 5 being the highest. Which of the following statements concerning the strata are TRUE?

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

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