Question

In which situation is the principle of cross-cutting relationships useful in determining relative age?

Answer 1

Answer:

A fault breaks through sedimentary layers.

The formation of an intrusion in the Earth’s surface.

Igneous rock forms between sedimentary layers.

Sedimentary layers form over millions of years in a lake bottom.

Lava flows form on top of one another from several eruptions over time.

Answer 2

Answer: A

Explanation: A fault breaks through sedimentary layers.