The accuracy of radiocarbon dating has been improved through correlation with samples dated by means of __________
A. potassium-argon dates
B. dendrochronology
C. palynology
D. faunal correlation
Answer: B
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A) Central America B) Middle East C) mainland Southeast Asia D) Melanesia and the South Pacific
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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