The Seven Pairs of Ribs That Articulate Directly with the Sternum

question 125

Multiple Choice

The seven pairs of ribs that articulate directly with the sternum are called:

• A)true ribs
• B)false ribs
• C)floating ribs
• D)spare ribs

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Definitions:

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