Question

question 49

the average number of bones in the adult skeleton is ______.

a 56
b 106
c 156
d 206
e 256

Explanation:

Identify the standard anatomical fact

The question asks for the average number of bones in the adult human skeleton.

Recall the standard count of adult bones

An adult human skeleton typically consists of 206 bones. Infants are born with more bones (around 270 to 300), which fuse together as they grow.

Match with the given options

Comparing 206 to the choices:

• A: 56
• B: 106
• C: 156
• D: 206
• E: 256

The correct option is D.

Answer:

• (A) 56
• (B) 106
• (C) 156
• (D) 206 (Correct answer)
• (E) 256