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How many teeth typically develop in the first dentition (primary teeth)?

• a. 30
• b. 18
• c. 20
• d. 26

How many teeth typically develop in the permanent dentition in a complete set?

• a. 30
• b. 32
• c. 24
• d. 28

The primary teeth (baby teeth) are made up of all types of teeth except:

• a. Molars
• b. Incisors
• c. Canines (Cuspids)
• d. Premolars (Bicuspids)

Which statement is incorrect concerning incisor teeth?

• a. Both primary teeth and permanent teeth contain 8 incisors
• b. Incisors typically have only one root
• c. The main function of incisors is to grind food
• d. Incisors assist with speech

Which teeth are distal to the lateral incisors, contain only one cusp, and are used to pierce and tear off food?

• a. Canines
• b. Cuspids
• c. Eyeteeth
• d. All of the above

What is another name for the upper dental arch?

• a. Maxillary arch
• b. Mandibular arch
• c. Golden arch
• d. Incisal arch

What is another name for the lower dental arch?

• a. Maxillary arch
• b. Mandibular arch
• c. Golden arch
• d. Incisal arch

Which statement is false regarding premolar teeth (bicuspids)?

• a. The main function of premolars is to grind or chew food
• b. Premolars typically have at least two cusps, but may have 3 or 4
• c. Premolars always have only one root
• d. Premolars are absent in the primary dentition

How many molars are typically present in the first and second dentitions?

• a. 8 in the primary dentition; 12 in the permanent dentition
• b. 4 in the primary dentition; 10 in the permanent dentition
• c. Zero in the primary dentition; 8 in the permanent dentition
• d. 12 in the primary and permanent dentitions

Which statement is false regarding the third molars?

• a. Third molars are typically only present in the permanent dentition, not the primary dentition
• b. Third molars are also called wisdom teeth
• c. Third molars may fail to erupt in many individuals
• d. Third molars typically have one sharp cusp and one root