Which relative dating principle states that the youngest layer in a sedimentary rock sequence is on the top of the sequence and the oldest layer is at the bottom of the sequence?

a) principle of inclusion
b) principle of original horizontality
c) principle of cross-cutting relationship
d) principle of lateral continuity
e) principle of superposition


Ans: e) principle of superposition

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