Which of the Following Geologic Principle Is Directly Applicable to a Tilted

Multiple Choice

Which of the following geologic principle is directly applicable to a tilted layer of the Grand Canyon originally being deposited in a flat, horizontal manner?

A) The principle of superposition states that sediments accumulate in horizontal layers and are tilted or folded after deposition occurs
B) The principle of crosscutting relationships states that sediments accumulate in horizontal layers and are tilted or folded after deposition occurs
C) The principle of original horizontality states that sediments accumulate in horizontal layers and are tilted or folded after deposition occurs
D) The principle of included fragments states that sediments accumulate in horizontal layers and are tilted or folded after deposition occurs on
E) The principle of faunal succession states that sediments accumulate in horizontal layers and are tilted or folded after deposition occurs