MCQ #3
Let’s see how each of the options is aligned with a misconception
This question tests teachers’ understanding of different kinds of teeth in animals and how they vary based on their respective diets.
Herbivores have more molars than humans. They use these flat teeth for grinding branches, grass and seeds. They use their front teeth like pruning shears to clip leaves and stems. Therefore, the correct answer is Option D.
- Incisors are meant for cutting or shearing food, canines are sharp and they grip and tear food while premolars tear and crush food material.
- Choosing options A, B or C may indicate a lack of understanding of the kind of food herbivores eat and/or the function of different kinds of teeth
