A progression of sandstone to shale and limestone, which is observed in parts of the Grand Canyon, is indicative of what type of depositional setting?
A. Divergent plate boundary
B. Terrestrial (i.e, lakes, rivers)
C. Active continental margin
D. Passive continental margin
Answer: D
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