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Select the incorrect statement regarding cartilage.

A

It is a tissue present at the ends of bones.

B

It acts as a shock absorber between the two bones.

C

It is present at tip of the nose.

D

It makes up the entire skeleton in some animals, such as whale.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for the incorrect statement regarding cartilage. We need to evaluate each statement provided. 2. **Evaluate Statement 1**: "It is a tissue present at the end of bones." - This statement is correct. Cartilage is indeed found at the ends of bones, providing a smooth surface for joint movement. 3. **Evaluate Statement 2**: "It acts as a shock absorber between two bones." - This statement is also correct. Cartilage helps absorb shock and reduces friction between bones during movement. 4. **Evaluate Statement 3**: "It is present at the tip of the nose." - This statement is correct as well. The tip of the nose is made of cartilage, which allows it to be flexible. 5. **Evaluate Statement 4**: "The entire skeleton in some animals such as whales is made of cartilage." - This statement is incorrect. While whales do have cartilage in their bodies, they are mammals and their skeletons are primarily made of bone, with only a small percentage (about 15%) made of cartilage. 6. **Conclusion**: The incorrect statement regarding cartilage is the fourth one, which claims that the entire skeleton of some animals, like whales, is made of cartilage. **Final Answer**: The fourth statement is incorrect. ---

**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for the incorrect statement regarding cartilage. We need to evaluate each statement provided. 2. **Evaluate Statement 1**: "It is a tissue present at the end of bones." - This statement is correct. Cartilage is indeed found at the ends of bones, providing a smooth surface for joint movement. 3. **Evaluate Statement 2**: "It acts as a shock absorber between two bones." ...
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