Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

An average person has 1,00,000 strands of hair on his / her head. Each hair grows about 5 inches every year.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The statement is approximately correct. Average scalp hair count ranges from 100,000 to 150,000 strands, so the figure is accurate. Hair growth rate varies by individual (typically 0.3-0.4 inches monthly, totaling 3.6-4.8 inches annually), but 5 inches per year falls within normal variation. The statement captures the correct order of magnitude for both measurements, making it broadly true.

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