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ZOO 101 Skeleton and Supporting Systems Objective Question
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Which ribs are not attached to the sternum and are known as floating ribs?
Options
A The first seven pairs.
B The first ten pairs.
C The last two pairs.
Correct Answer
D All twelve pairs.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The last two pairs of ribs (11th and 12th) are free and not attached to the sternum, so they are known as floating ribs.

Hint

They are only attached to the vertebrae at the back.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: Skeleton and Supporting Systems
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 405 of 2214
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