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Compared to absolute dating, what is an advantage of relative dating?

A.) Fossils must be in undisturbed rock layers to determine age.
B.) Age, in years, cannot be determined for an individual fossil.
C.) Age can be determined by comparing the depth of one rock layer to another.
D.) Two or more fossils must be compared to determine age.

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Answer:

B. Age, in years, cannot be determined for an individual fossil.

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User TomRichardson
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there is no limit, saying to the age range of the fossils being dated. relative dating is used to determine how old or young the fossil is compared to other artifacts or items.
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User Patrycja K
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