TASK DEFINITION: You are given a science question (easy-level) and four answer options (associated with "A", "B", "C", "D"). Your task is to find the correct answer based on scientific facts, knowledge, and reasoning. Do not generate anything else apart from one of the following characters: 'A', 'B, 'C', 'D'. There is only one correct answer for each question.
PROBLEM: In what type of rock would a geologist most likely find evidence of ancient life?  
 (A) sedimentary (B) foliated (C) metamorphic (D) volcanic

SOLUTION: A

PROBLEM: Which action involving a pulley system requires the least amount of force?  
 (A) using several pulleys together instead of a single pulley (B) using a fixed pulley instead of a moveable pulley (C) pulling a long rope instead of a short rope (D) pulling a rope up instead of down

SOLUTION: A

PROBLEM: Compost piles have many parts, such as leaves, moisture, vegetables, and microorganisms. Which part of a compost pile breaks down materials and adds nutrients to the soil?  
 (A) leaves (B) moisture (C) vegetables (D) microorganisms

SOLUTION:
D