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Which set of teeth is used for holding and crushing the food?

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Canines

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Incisor

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C

Premolars

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Molars

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Solution

The correct option is C
Premolars

We use our premolars for holding and crushing the food while eating. We have a total of 8 premolars - 4 on the upper jaw and 4 on the lower jaw.

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