Question

Fossil A is found closer to the surface compared to Fossil B. Which of the following conclusions can be made based on the statement?(1 point)
Responses

Fossil B is most likely older than fossil A.
Fossil B is most likely older than fossil A.

Fossil A is from an older species than fossil B.
Fossil A is from an older species than fossil B.

The species of fossil A evolved from the species of fossil B.
The species of fossil A evolved from the species of fossil B.

The species of fossil A existed at the same time as the species of fossil B.

Answer 1

Correct answer: Fossil B is most likely older than fossil A.

Reason: By the principle of superposition, deeper (older) sedimentary layers are deposited before shallower (younger) layers. You cannot conclude from only depth that one species evolved from the other or that they lived at the same time (unless additional evidence supports those claims).