ASBOG Practice Exam

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Which dating method takes into account evolutionary theory?

Absolute dating
Chronometric dating
Relative age dating
Yardstick dating

The correct answer is: Relative age dating

Relative age dating is a method that considers the principles of evolutionary theory because it focuses on determining the age of rock layers and fossils in relation to one another rather than providing a specific age. This method relies on the concept of stratigraphy, which observes the sequences of rock layers, fossil content, and their relationships. Through these relationships, scientists can infer how different species evolved over time and recognize the changes in biodiversity that correlate with the geological timeline. By correlating rock layers based on the types of fossils they contain, geologists can deduce which layers are older or younger and thus provide insight into the evolutionary processes that have occurred throughout Earth's history. In contrast, absolute dating and chronometric dating offer specific numeric ages without necessarily considering evolutionary implications, while yardstick dating is not recognized as a formal scientific dating method.