The presence of rocks such as shale and sandstone indicate the existence of _______.
A)a high water Table
B)ancient seas
C)old mountain ranges
D)iron-rich minerals
E)highly weathered soils

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Shale and sandstone are sedimentary rocks that are formed from the accumulation of sediments such as sand, silt, and clay. The presence of these rocks indicates that the area was once covered by ancient seas and that these sediments were deposited over time. Therefore, option B is the correct choice.

The Presence of Rocks Such as Shale and Sandstone Indicate