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Fault B is older than layer D based on the law of crosscutting
Fault B is older than layer D based on the law of crosscutting
Fault B is older than layer C based on the law on inclusion
Fault B is older than layer C based on the law on inclusion
Fault B is younger than layer D base on the law of inclusion
Fault B is younger than layer D base on the law of inclusion
Fault B is younger than layer C based on the law of crosscutting
Fault B is younger than layer C based on the law of crosscutting
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The correct conclusion is:
Fault B is younger than layer C based on the law of crosscutting.
According to the law of crosscutting relationships, geologic features that cut through other layers are younger than the layers they cut through. Therefore, if Fault B cuts across several layers of rock, it is younger than the layers it intersects. This means Fault B is younger than layer C, as well as older layers, such as layer D.
