How are the principles of lateral continuity and superposition related?

A) They help to understand the processes that obstructs sedimentary layers.
B) They help to extend relative age relationships over larger areas.
C) They help to understand cross-cutting relationships.
D) They help to show that sediment tends to accumulate in horizontal layers.


Answer: B

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