The ________ is measured in cross-sectional view as the angle of inclination from horizontal of a tilted rock layer, and ________ is viewed in map view as the compass bearing of the rock layer where it intersects a horizontal plane.

A. strike; dip
B. strike and dip; strike and dip
C. dip; dip
D. strike; strike
E. dip; strike


Answer: E

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