How many taste buds are on your tongue_____________________?

Correct answer: C. ten thousand

  • A. one hundred
  • B. Nine million
  • C. ten thousand
  • D. none of these

Explanation

An average human tongue has about 10,000 taste buds, although the exact number varies between individuals. Nine million is far too high, while the tongue does not lack taste buds.

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