What is the correct dental formula for an adult human? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the correct dental formula for an adult human?
A. 2103 / 2103
B. 2123 / 2123
C. 2133 / 2133
D. 2122 / 2122
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The dental formula represents the number of each type of tooth in one half of the upper and lower jaws. For an adult human, it is 2123 / 2123. This means: 2 Incisors, 1 Canine, 2 Premolars, and 3 Molars in each quadrant (upper right, upper left, lower right, lower left), totaling 32 teeth.

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