Patterns in the fossil record indicate:

Question

Extinction and change in life forms throughout Earth's history

The presence of dinosaurs only

Human intervention

Stability in life forms throughout Earth's history

Answer 1

Extinction and change in life forms throughout Earth's history

Human intervention is not a pattern seen in the fossil record, as human history is relatively recent in comparison to the extent of the Earth's geological timescale. The presence of dinosaurs is a specific instance of the broader pattern of extinction and change in life forms throughout Earth's history. While stability in life forms can be seen at times, overall the fossil record shows a consistent pattern of extinction events leading to the emergence of new species.