How many ribs are present in human beings

Options

A. 6 pairs
B. 9 pairs
C. 12 pairs
D. 15 pairs

Answer

C

Explanation

12 pair ribs are present in human beings, `1^(st)` to `7^(th)` pairs are called true ribs `8^(th),9^(th),10^(th)` pairs are called false ribs, and last two pairs of ribs are called floating ribs.