Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

At what age do human beings acquire fingerprints?

  1. At six month's gestation

  2. At two weeks of age

  3. At three month's gestation

  4. At birth
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Fingerprints begin forming during fetal development. By approximately three months of gestation, the basic ridge patterns are established and remain unchanged throughout life, only growing in size as the individual grows.

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