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The vertebrochondral ribs are attached to

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sternum

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7th rib

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C

thoracic vertebrae

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11th rib

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Solution

The correct option is B 7th rib
The 8th, 9th and 10th ribs are called vertebrochondral or false ribs. They do not attach directly to the sternum but are attached with the 7th rib.

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