Question

8 there are ____ pairs of true ribs; whereas, there are____ pairs of floating ribs. a 5;7 b 7;5 c 7;2 d 2;5

Explanation:

True ribs are directly attached to the sternum. There are 7 pairs of true ribs. Floating ribs are not attached to the sternum. There are 2 pairs of floating ribs.

Answer:

C. 7; 2