Locomotion and Movement Question 35
35. The number of floating ribs in the human body, is
(a) 6 pairs
(b) 5 pairs
(c) 3 pairs
(d) 2 pairs
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Answer : d
Hints & Solutions
(d) In a human body, there are two pairs of floating ribs. i.e., $11^{\text{th }}$ and $12^{\text{th }}$ pairs. These ribs are not attached to either to sternum or the cartilage of another rib. They protect the kidneys.
