In the mid-1600s,James Ussher determined that the earth was created in 4004 BC based on ________.
A)ancient records from the Egyptians
B)Biblical passages
C)fossils
D)rates of deposition and erosion of earth materials
E)none of the above

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James Ussher based his determination of the age of the earth on interpreting Biblical passages, specifically the genealogy of Adam and Eve in the book of Genesis.

In the Mid-1600s,James Ussher Determined That the Earth Was Created