The cranium (or braincase) is formed by the ________ bones.
A) frontal, temporal, and maxillary
B) frontal, parietal, and zygomatic
C) temporal, parietal, and mandible
D) frontal, temporal, and maxillary.
E) frontal, temporal, parietal, and occipital

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The cranium, also known as the braincase, is formed by a group of bones that protect the brain. These bones include the frontal, temporal, parietal, and occipital bones. Choice E includes all of these bones, making it the best choice. Choice A includes the maxillary bone, which is part of the facial skeleton but not part of the cranium. Choice B includes the zygomatic bone, which is also part of the facial skeleton. Choice C includes the mandible, which is the lower jawbone and also part of the facial skeleton. Choice D includes all three correct bones but leaves out the parietal bone.

The Cranium (Or Braincase) Is Formed by the ________ Bones