Question

which statement accurately describes radioactive dating?
geologists use only one type of radioactive dating
geologists compare parent and daughter elements to determine rock type.
geologists will measure how stable multiple parent elements can decay into multiple daughter elements
geologist compare the observed abundance of naturally occurring radioactive isotopes and their decay products using decay rates.

Explanation:

Radioactive dating involves comparing the observed abundance of naturally - occurring radioactive isotopes (parent elements) and their decay products (daughter elements) using decay rates. Geologists do not use only one type of radioactive dating. They do not compare parent and daughter elements to determine rock type. Also, it is about the decay of specific parent - daughter pairs (not multiple parent elements decaying into multiple daughter elements in a non - specific way as described in the wrong option).

Answer:

Geologist compare the observed abundance of naturally occurring radioactive isotopes and their decay products using decay rates.