Question
Which of the following correctly distinguishes relative dating from absolute dating?
C
Relative dating provides sequence; absolute dating provides estimated age
B
Both methods provide exact dates
C
Only relative dating provides age in years
D
Neither method is used in archaeology
Explanation
Short ExplanationRelative dating provides sequence, while absolute dating estimates age.
Detailed Explanation
Relative dating determines whether an object is older or younger than another, whereas absolute dating attempts to estimate its actual age.
Source: Standard Dating Techniques