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True rib are 7 pairs in `:`

A

Rabbit

B

Man

C

Both

D

None

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the number of true ribs in pairs, specifically in the context of mammals. 2. **Definition of True Ribs**: True ribs are defined as the ribs that are directly attached to the sternum. In humans and many mammals, there are a total of 12 pairs of ribs. 3. **Counting the Ribs**: Out of the 12 pairs of ribs: - 7 pairs are considered true ribs because they are directly attached to the sternum. - 5 pairs are not directly attached: - 3 pairs are known as false ribs, which are indirectly attached to the sternum via cartilage. - 2 pairs are known as floating ribs, which have no attachment to the sternum. 4. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Rabbit - B) Man - C) Both - D) None 5. **Analyzing the Options**: Since both rabbits and humans have 7 pairs of true ribs, the correct answer must encompass both. 6. **Final Answer**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is option C, which states that true ribs are found in both rabbit and man. ---
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