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A scientist observed two rock samples. Sample A was found in the bottom of a dried-up lake and contained fossils. Sample B was found near a volcano and was glassy in appearance. Which statement is MOST LIKELY correct?

A. Sample A is an igneous rock, and Sample B is a sedimentary rock.
B. Sample A is a sedimentary rock, and Sample B is an igneous rock.
C. Sample A is an igneous rock, and Sample B is a metamorphic rock.
D. Sample A is a metamorphic rock, and Sample B is a sedimentary rock.

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  1. What do you think the answer is?

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  2. Give you a hint... the fossils "settled" in the bottom of the lake : )

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  4. The answer is B

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  5. Excellent : )

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