Which of the Following Represents a Correct Chronological Ordering, from Earliest

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represents a correct chronological ordering, from earliest to latest?

• A) 100 million years ago, first mammals appear, dinosaurs go extinct
• B) 100 million years ago, dinosaurs go extinct, first mammals appear
• C) Dinosaurs go extinct, first mammals appear, 100 million years ago
• D) First mammals appear, dinosaurs go extinct, 100 million years ago
• E) First mammals appear, 100 million years ago, dinosaurs go extinct

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