Multiple choice

Match the following:

 
Type of teeth
Function
a. Incisors 1. Biting food
b. Canines 2. Grinding and crushing food
c. Premolars 3. Tearing food

  1. a – 2, b – 3, c – 1

  2. a – 1, b – 3, c – 2

  3. a – 3, b – 1, c – 2

  4. a – 3, b – 2, c – 1

  5. a – 1, b – 2, c – 3

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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. Incisors are a narrow-edged tooth at the front of the mouth that are used for biting food. Canines are pointed teeth between the incisors and premolars and are used for tearing food. Premolars are the teeth situated inbetween the canine and the molar teeth and are used for grinding and crushing food.