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In humans, how many pairs of ribs are attached to the sternum?
Options
A All twelve pairs
B The first ten pairs
Correct Answer
C Only seven pairs
D Eight pairs
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Only the first ten pairs of ribs are attached to the sternum. The first seven pairs are true ribs (direct attachment via costal cartilage), and the next three pairs are false ribs (indirect attachment via cartilage of the rib above).

Hint

Only the upper ribs have a direct or indirect connection to the breastbone.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: ZOO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1064 of 2214
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