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stevenposner

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on: Jul 10, 2018
Which of the following characterizes a male skull?
 
  a. It is less robust on average than a female skull.
  b. It has a larger mastoid process of the temporal bone than a female skull.
  c. It has a sharper orbital rim than a female skull.
  d. It has a more vertical frontal bone than a female skull.

Question 2

Which two parts of the skeleton most readily reveal sex?
 
  a. pelvis and skull
  b. pelvis and clavicle
  c. femur and skull
  d. skull and clavicle


Galvarado142

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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: b

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: a


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