Multiple choice general knowledge

A foetus acquires fingerprints at the age of :

  1. five months

  2. four months

  3. three months

  4. six months
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A fetus develops fingerprints at approximately three months (12 weeks) gestation. By this time, the volar pads on the fingertips have formed and friction ridges begin differentiating. Fingerprint formation is a gradual process occurring between 10-24 weeks, but three months marks the developmental milestone when unique patterns begin forming.

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