How do scientists use the fossil record to support the theory of evolution?(1 point)
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The fossil record shows changes in species over time.
The fossil record shows changes in species over time.
The fossil record shows that the first living creatures were more complex than today.
The fossil record shows that the first living creatures were more complex than today.
The fossil record shows that horses have not changed throughout history.
The fossil record shows that horses have not changed throughout history.
The fossil record is not used by scientists to support evolution.
The fossil record is not used by scientists to support evolution.
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The first two responses are correct. Scientists use the fossil record to show the changes in species over time, demonstrating how certain species have evolved and adapted to their environments. They can also show the progression of complexity in organisms over time. The third response is incorrect, as the fossil record actually shows the evolution and changes in horse species over millions of years. The fourth response is incorrect, as the fossil record is indeed used by scientists to support the theory of evolution.
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