Which of the Following Statements Is Most Consistent with Data

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most consistent with data obtained from the fossil record?

• A) Older strata carry fossils that differ greatly from living organisms.
• B) Geologic changes occur quickly on Earth.
• C) Unused body parts decrease in size.
• D) Organisms have an innate drive to increase in complexity.

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Definitions:

Dependent Clause

A dependent clause is a group of words that contains a subject and a verb but does not express a complete thought, making it unable to stand alone as a sentence.

Semicolon

A punctuation mark (;) indicating a pause longer than a comma but shorter than a period, often used to separate related clauses.

Dangling Modifier

A word or phrase that modifies a word not clearly stated in the sentence, often leading to confusion or a humorous misinterpretation.

Sentence Fragment

A group of words that does not express a complete thought and lacks either a subject, a predicate, or both.