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Q · Geological Time ScaleMedium · 45s
Consider the following statements about the Quaternary Period: It is the most recent period of the Cenozoic Era. It includes the Holocene and Pleistocene Epochs. Which of the statements is/are correct?
TopicGeological Time Scale
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Explanation:The Quaternary is the most recent period, containing the Pleistocene (Ice Age) and Holocene (current epoch).
Final Answer: Option C — Both 1 and 2