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  1. The number of floating ribs in the human body, is
    1. 6 pairs
    2. 5 pairs
    3. 3 pairs
    4. 2 pairs
Correct Option: D

In a human body, there are two pairs of floating ribs. i.e., 11th and 12th pairs. These ribs are not attached to either to sternum or the cartilage of another rib. They protect the kidneys.



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