Which of the following denotes the divisions of the geologic time scale in correct order of decreasing lengths of time beginning with the longest time interval and ending with the shortest?
A)eon, epoch, period, era
B)eon, era, period, epoch
C)eon, era, epoch, period
D)era, period, epoch, eon

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The correct order of decreasing lengths of time in the geologic time scale is eon, era, period, and epoch. The eon is the longest interval of time, followed by the era, period, and epoch.

Which of the Following Denotes the Divisions of the Geologic