Five cusps are present in___________________?
Correct answer: C. Maxillary and mandibular first molar
- A. Maxillary first molar only
- B. Mandibular first molar only
- C. Maxillary and mandibular first molar
- D. Maxillary and Mandibular second molar
Explanation
The mandibular first molar has five major cusps, while the maxillary first molar has four major cusps and may have an additional cusp of Carabelli. Thus, both first molars may be described as having five cusps.
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