The Fossil Record Is Incomplete Because

question 31

Multiple Choice

The fossil record is incomplete because

• A) very few organisms were preserved as fossils.
• B) organisms tend to decay before becoming a fossil.
• C) animals with hard parts are preserved more easily.
• D) geologic processes may destroy fossils.
• E) all of these are true.

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Long-Term Investment

Investments in securities or other assets that are intended to be held for several years or more.

Cash Dividends

Payments made by a corporation to its shareholders as a distribution of profits, typically in cash form, reflecting the company's profitability.

Cost Method

An accounting method used for investments, where the investment is recorded at its acquisition cost and adjustments are made for dividends received and changes in fair value are not recorded.

Trading Securities

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