1) Young Earth creationism believes that the universe, Earth, and life were created by God between 5,700-10,000 years ago based on a literal interpretation of Genesis. 2) Old Earth creationism accepts mainstream scientific views on the age of the Earth and compatible with physics, chemistry, and geology. It believes Genesis is not a literal timeline and days could represent long periods. 3) A 2009 poll found 39% of Americans agreed Earth is less than 10,000 years old, but only 18% agreed the universe is that young, indicating some accept an old universe but young Earth.