JAMB Biology 2017 Objective — Question 4

Question 4 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

The axial skeleton comprises of

A. A. pectoral and pelvic girdles
B. B. pelvic girdles and the ribs
C. C. fore limb and hind limb
D. D. skull and the vertebral columnCorrect

Explanation

The axial skeleton consists of the skull and vertebral column (plus ribs/sternum); limbs and limb girdles form the appendicular skeleton.

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