Which of the following is not a problem associated with computer simulations in geology?

A) Assumptions and simplifications must be used.
B) Computers cannot calculate quickly enough to make up for the vast time span involved in geologic processes.
C) Computers may not have enough memory to account for all the necessary variables in the calculations.
D) Mathematical formulas are an uncertain way to measure the real-world phenomena.


Answer: B

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