Structure Formation in the Universe Proceeds Hierarchically, Meaning That

Multiple Choice

Structure formation in the universe proceeds hierarchically, meaning that

A) large objects collapse and then fragment to form smaller objects.
B) large objects form at the same times as smaller objects.
C) small objects collapse and then merge to form larger objects.
D) only small objects form and are stable over time.
E) normal matter collapses first and dark matter collapses later.