Kennedy's classification

Identify the correct statement regarding Kennedy's classification system.

• A. It categorizes edentulous spaces based on the number of missing teeth
• B. It classifies partially edentulous arches based on the location and extent of edentulous areas
• C. It is a classification system for complete dentures
• D. It was introduced in the 19th century
• E. It only applies to maxillary arches

Which class of Kennedy's classification system describes partially edentulous arches with edentulous areas located posterior to the remaining teeth?

• A. Class I
• B. Class II
• C. Class III
• D. Class IV
• E. Class V

What is the major factor used to determine the classification of a partially edentulous arch according to Kennedy's classification system?

• A. The presence of remaining teeth
• B. The type of dental prosthesis to be used
• C. The number of missing teeth
• D. The location and extent of edentulous areas
• E. The age of the patient

Which class of Kennedy's classification system describes partially edentulous arches with edentulous areas located anterior and posterior to the remaining teeth, but not involving the edentulous area of a distal extension removable partial denture?

• A. Class I
• B. Class II
• C. Class III
• D. Class IV
• E. Class V

Based on Kennedy's classification system, which type of dental prosthesis is used for a Class IV partially edentulous arch?

• A. Complete denture
• B. Fixed partial denture
• C. Implant-supported prosthesis
• D. Distal extension removable partial denture
• E. Free-end saddle removable partial denture

Which of the following is an example of a Class V partially edentulous arch according to Kennedy's classification system?

• A. A patient with two missing teeth in the mandibular arch, with one edentulous area located anterior to the remaining teeth and one edentulous area located posterior to the remaining teeth
• B. A patient with one missing tooth in the maxillary arch, with an edentulous area located posterior to the remaining teeth and involving the edentulous area of a distal extension removable partial denture
• C. A patient with three missing teeth in the maxillary arch, with edentulous areas located anterior and posterior to the remaining teeth, but not involving the edentulous area of a distal extension removable partial denture
• D. A patient with no remaining teeth in the mandibular arch
• E. A patient with one missing tooth in the maxillary arch, with an edentulous area located anterior to the remaining teeth

Which of the following is an example of a Class III partially edentulous arch according to Kennedy's classification system?

• A. A patient with no remaining teeth in the maxillary arch
• B. A patient with one missing tooth in the mandibular arch, with an edentulous area located posterior to the remaining teeth
• C. A patient with two missing teeth in the maxillary arch, with edentulous areas
• A patient with one missing tooth in the mandibular arch, with an edentulous area located with natural teeth bounded on either side
• None of the above