Sediments deposited in an even,horizontal manner illustrate the principle of
A)superposition.
B)original horizontality.
C)succession.
D)conformity.

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The principle of original horizontality states that sediments are generally deposited in horizontal layers, which can later become tilted or folded due to geological forces. Therefore, sediments that are deposited in an even, horizontal manner illustrate this principle. Choices A, C, and D do not address this specific principle.

Sediments Deposited in an Even,horizontal Manner Illustrate the Principle of