Assume that a modern rabbit dies and becomes fossilized.Which of the following groups of animals would represent an accurate fossil assemblage to find with that rabbit?
A)Coral, brachiopods, and fish
B)Squirrels, birds, and mice
C)Trilobites, brachiopods, and clams
D)Fish, birds, and coral

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Squirrels, birds, and mice are animals that coexist with rabbits in modern ecosystems, making them the most accurate fossil assemblage to find with a modern rabbit. The other options include animals that either do not coexist with rabbits or are from different geological periods.

Assume That a Modern Rabbit Dies and Becomes Fossilized