Question

Fossil A is found in a layer of rock that is lower than the layer that Fossil B is found in. Based on this information, which statement is correct?

A) Fossil A is older than Fossil B.
B) Fossil B is older than Fossil A.
C) Fossil A is younger than Fossil B.
D) Fossil A is the same age as Fossil B.

Answer 1

A) Fossil A is older than Fossil B.

Step-by-step explanation:

rocks/fossils that are found lower than other rocks/fossils will always be older than the rocks/fossils above it