Question ID:PT74 S1 Q23 Passage:Geologist: The dominant view that petroleum formed from the fossilized remains of plants and animals deep in the earth's crust has been challenged by scientists who hold that it formed, not from living material, but from deep carbon deposits dating from the formation of the earth. But their theory is refuted by the presence in petroleum of biomarkers, molecules indicating the past or present existence of a living organism. Stem:Which one of the following, if true, most weakens the geologist's argument? Correct Answer Choice:DChoice A:Fossils have been discovered that are devoid of biomarkers. Choice B:Living organisms only emerged long after the earth's formation. Choice C:It would take many millions of years for organisms to become petroleum. Choice D:Certain strains of bacteria thrive deep inside the earth's crust. Choice E:Some carbon deposits were formed from the fossilized remains of plants.