Question

Which method describes an example of absolute dating?


A.


identifying index fossil in rock layers


B.


measuring the radioactive decay of isotopes within rock layers


C.


determining the horizontal sequence of rock layers


D.


determining the vertical sequence of rock layers

Answer 1

If this is a definition from the internet:

Absolute dating is the process of determining an approximate computed age in archaeology and geology. Some scientists prefer the terms chronometric or calendar dating, as use of the word "absolute" implies an unwarranted certainty and precision.

Then does that help you think what the answer could be?

Answer 2

Tell me your best guess and I'll help you out :)

Answer 3

Absolute means that there needs to be some form of certainty like @COMMODORE.16 said above this is also computable, basically something that's usually done in labs.
It is based on Physical and Chemical properties of the substances involved.
other examples include:
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Amino acid dating
Luminescence dating
Dendrochronology
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So which one do you dating think it would be?