Concerning the Relative Ages of the Limestone and Sandstone

question 38

Multiple Choice

Concerning the relative ages of the limestone and sandstone,

• A)the limestone must be older, according to the principle of superposition.
• B)the sandstone must be older, according to the principle of superposition.
• C)the limestone must be older, according to the principle of inclusions.
• D)their relative ages cannot be determined from the information given.

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