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Question
CBSEENBI11002703

Out of 'X' pairs of ribs in humans only 'Y' pairs are true ribs. Select the option that correctly represents values of X and Y and provides their explanation :

  • X = 12, Y = 7
    True ribs are attached dorsally to vertebral column and ventrally to the sternum

  • X = 12, Y = 5
    True ribs are attached dorsally to vertebral column and sternum on the two ends

  • X = 24, Y = 7
    True ribs are dorsally attached to vertebral column but are free onventral side

  • X = 24, Y = 12
    True ribs are dorsally attached to vertebral column but are free on ventral side

Solution

A.

X = 12, Y = 7
True ribs are attached dorsally to vertebral column and ventrally to the sternum

In human, 12 pairs of ribs are present in which 7 pairs of ribs (1st to 7th pairs) are attached dorsally to vertebral column and ventrally to the sternum