Multiple choice

Flexible major connectors are prone to failure in certain long span edentulous spaces due to

  1. other components of the RPD in order to become more effective

  2. lateral flexure under occlusal forces, which may induce torque

  3. lack of rigidity

  4. both (2) and (3)

  5. both (1) and (2)

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D Correct answer
Explanation

A flexible major connector due to lack of rigidity can allow lateral flexure under occlusal forces, which may induce torque.