Question

trace fossils are recognized as evidence of which pre - existing life?
animals
plants and animals
plants
neither plants nor animals

Explanation:

Trace fossils are geological records of biological activity. They are formed by the behavior of organisms, such as footprints, burrows, or trails. These fossils can be created by both plants (e.g., root - related traces in some cases) and animals (e.g., animal burrows or tracks).

Answer:

plants and animals