Question

5. What principle states that sedimentary strata are initially deposited as
horizontal or nearly horizontal layers?
A. The principle of original horizontality
B. The principle of lateral continuity
C. The principle of inclusions
D. Principle of faunal succession​

Answer 1

Explanation:

In addition, Steno realized the importance of another principle, original horizontality, namely that strata are always initially deposited in nearly horizontal positions