EXERCISES, LESSON 4
INSTRUCTIONS: Answer the following exercises by marking the lettered response that
best answers the question, or by completing the incomplete statement, or by writing the
answer in the space provided at the end of the question.
After you have completed all the exercises, turn to "Solutions to Exercises" at the
end of the lesson, and check your answers. For each exercise answered incorrectly,
reread the material referenced after the answer.
1.
How many teeth are present in the normal permanent dentition?
a. 20.
b. 24.
c.
32.
d. 36.
2.
The ____________ teeth are designed for the purpose of cutting or tearing food.
a. Anterior teeth.
b. Posterior teeth.
3.
The vertical overlap of the teeth is called the:
a. Overjet.
b. Overbite.
c.
Overset.
4.
Which molars have three roots instead of two?
a. Maxillary.
b. Mandibular.
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