Test Bank for Wheeler’s Dental Anatomy Physiology and Occlusion 10th Edition by Nelson

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Physiology and Occlusion 10th Edition by Nelson

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Question 1 of 20

Which of the following teeth is most likely to have three cusps?

Maxillary second premolar

The mandibular second premolar has two common forms, a two-cusped and a three-cusped
form.

Mandibular second premolar

The mandibular second premolar has two common forms, a two-cusped and a three-cusped
form.

Mandibular first premolar

The mandibular second premolar has two common forms, a two-cusped and a three-cusped
form.

Maxillary first premolar

The mandibular second premolar has two common forms, a two-cusped and a three-cusped
form.

Question 2 of 20
Which of the following best represents the age at which root formation is complete for the
mandibular second premolar?

13 to 14 years
Root formation is complete for the mandibular second premolar at about age 13 to 14 years.

12 to 13 years
Root formation is complete for the mandibular second premolar at about age 13 to 14 years.

10 to 11 years
Root formation is complete for the mandibular second premolar at about age 13 to 14 years.

9 to 10 years
Root formation is complete for the mandibular second premolar at about age 13 to 14 years.
Question 3 of 20

In the absence of wear, the buccal cusp tip of the mandibular first premolar is located just
distal to the center of the crown buccally.

True
Since the mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than the distobuccal cusp ridge, the cusp tip tends to
be shifted to the mesial of the center of the crown, buccally.
 False
Since the mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than the distobuccal cusp ridge, the cusp tip tends to
be shifted to the mesial of the center of the crown, buccally.
Question 4 of 20

The two-cusped mandibular second premolar has well-formed triangular ridges separated
by deep developmental grooves. These converge in the central pit to give this tooth a “Y”
shape on the occlusal surface.

True
The pattern of the ridges, grooves, and the central pit give the three-cusped mandibular second
premolar the “Y” shape pattern of its occlusal surface.

False
The pattern of the ridges, grooves, and the central pit give the three-cusped mandibular second
premolar the “Y” shape pattern of its occlusal surface.

Question 5 of 20

What is the length of the root of the mandibular first premolar?

14 mm
The root length averages 14 mm for the mandibular first premolar.
 15 mm
The root length averages 14 mm for the mandibular first premolar.

16 mm
The root length averages 14 mm for the mandibular first premolar.

17 mm
The root length averages 14 mm for the mandibular first premolar.
Question 6 of 20

At what age does the mandibular first premolar begin eruption?

8 to 9 years
The mandibular first premolar erupts at about 10 to 12 years of age.

9 to 10 years
The mandibular first premolar erupts at about 10 to 12 years of age.

10 to 12 years
The mandibular first premolar erupts at about 10 to 12 years of age.

12 to 13 years
The mandibular first premolar erupts at about 10 to 12 years of age.
Question 7 of 20

Which of the following is not a characteristic of the mandibular first premolar when viewed
form the occlusal?

The middle buccal lobe makes up the major bulk of the tooth crown.
From the occlusal all of the above are true of the mandibular first premolar except that the
contact areas tend to be broad just lingual to the buccal line angles.

The buccal ridge is prominent.

From the occlusal all of the above are true of the mandibular first premolar except that the
contact areas tend to be broad just lingual to the buccal line angles.

The mesiobuccal and distobuccal line angles are prominent, although rounded.
From the occlusal all of the above are true of the mandibular first premolar except that the
contact areas tend to be broad just lingual to the buccal line angles.

The contact areas, immediately lingual to the buccal line angles, are relatively narrow.
From the occlusal all of the above are true of the mandibular first premolar except that the
contact areas tend to be broad just lingual to the buccal line angles.
Question 8 of 20
Which of the following is a characteristic often seen from the lingual aspect of the
mandibular first premolar?

A well-developed lingual lobe

The mesiolingual developmental groove is characteristic of the mandibular first premolar when
viewed from the lingual aspect. This tooth does not possess a well-developed lingual lobe, and
therefore its lingual cusp tends to be short and resemble a cingulum. The root is much narrower
on the lingual side.

A tall lingual cusp

The mesiolingual developmental groove is characteristic of the mandibular first premolar when
viewed from the lingual aspect. This tooth does not possess a well-developed lingual lobe, and
therefore its lingual cusp tends to be short and resemble a cingulum. The root is much narrower
on the lingual side.

A wide root surface

The mesiolingual developmental groove is characteristic of the mandibular first premolar when
viewed from the lingual aspect. This tooth does not possess a well-developed lingual lobe, and
therefore its lingual cusp tends to be short and resemble a cingulum. The root is much narrower
on the lingual side.

Mesiolingual developmental groove

The mesiolingual developmental groove is characteristic of the mandibular first premolar when
viewed from the lingual aspect. This tooth does not possess a well-developed lingual lobe, and
 therefore its lingual cusp tends to be short and resemble a cingulum. The root is much narrower
on the lingual side.
Question 9 of 20

Which of the following characteristics of mandibular first premolars is similar to that of

mandibular second premolars?

Contact areas, mesial and distal, are near the same level
Regarding the occlusal outline, cusp ridge length, and buccolingual measurement, the
mandibular first premolar resembles the mandibular canine. However, its contact areas are at
approximately the same level, which is similar to the mandibular second premolar.

The outline as viewed from the occlusal

Regarding the occlusal outline, cusp ridge length, and buccolingual measurement, the
mandibular first premolar resembles the mandibular canine. However, its contact areas are at
approximately the same level, which is similar to the mandibular second premolar.

Mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than the distobuccal cusp ridge

Regarding the occlusal outline, cusp ridge length, and buccolingual measurement, the
mandibular first premolar resembles the mandibular canine. However, its contact areas are at
approximately the same level, which is similar to the mandibular second premolar.

Buccolingual measurement
Regarding the occlusal outline, cusp ridge length, and buccolingual measurement, the
mandibular first premolar resembles the mandibular canine. However, its contact areas are at
 approximately the same level, which is similar to the mandibular second premolar.
Question 10 of 20

What is the length of the root of the mandibular second premolar?

14.5 mm
The root length averages 14.5 mm for the mandibular second premolar.

15.5 mm
The root length averages 14.5 mm for the mandibular second premolar.

16.5 mm
The root length averages 14.5 mm for the mandibular second premolar.

17.5 mm
The root length averages 14.5 mm for the mandibular second premolar.

Question 11 of 20

Which of the following best represents the age at which calcification of the mandibular
first premolar is first evident?

At birth
 Calcification of the mandibular first premolar is first evident at the age of approximately 1.75 to 2
years. The best choice above is 1 to 2 years.

6 months
Calcification of the mandibular first premolar is first evident at the age of approximately 1.75 to 2
years. The best choice above is 1 to 2 years.

1 to 2 years
Calcification of the mandibular first premolar is first evident at the age of approximately 1.75 to 2
years. The best choice above is 1 to 2 years.

2 to 3 years
Calcification of the mandibular first premolar is first evident at the age of approximately 1.75 to 2
years. The best choice above is 1 to 2 years.
Question 13 of 20

Which of the following is not a manner in which the mandibular second premolar differs
from the mandibular first premolar when viewed from the mesial?

The crown and root are wider buccolingually

When viewed from the mesial all of the above are true differences between the mandibular first
and second premolars except that the second premolar tends to have a shorter cusp that is not
centered over the root trunk.

Less of the occlusal surface may be seen

 When viewed from the mesial all of the above are true differences between the mandibular first
and second premolars except that the second premolar tends to have a shorter cusp that is not
centered over the root trunk.

Longer root
When viewed from the mesial all of the above are true differences between the mandibular first
and second premolars except that the second premolar tends to have a shorter cusp that is not
centered over the root trunk.

The buccal cusp is longer and centered over the root trunk
When viewed from the mesial all of the above are true differences between the mandibular first
and second premolars except that the second premolar tends to have a shorter cusp that is not
centered over the root trunk.
Question 14 of 20

From which of the following views does the mandibular second premolar most resemble
the mandibular first premolar?

Mesial
From only the buccal view do the two mandibular premolars resemble each other. This is due to
differences in the lingual aspect of the teeth, which can be seen from the mesial, distal, or lingual
views.

Distal
 From only the buccal view do the two mandibular premolars resemble each other. This is due to
differences in the lingual aspect of the teeth, which can be seen from the mesial, distal, or lingual
views.

Buccal
From only the buccal view do the two mandibular premolars resemble each other. This is due to
differences in the lingual aspect of the teeth, which can be seen from the mesial, distal, or lingual
views.

Lingual
From only the buccal view do the two mandibular premolars resemble each other. This is due to
differences in the lingual aspect of the teeth, which can be seen from the mesial, distal, or lingual
views.
Question 15 of 20

Which of the following characteristics of mandibular first premolars is similar to that of

mandibular canines?

Contact areas, mesial and distal, are near the same level
Regarding the contact areas, the root length, and curvature of the cervical lines on the mesial
and distal, the mandibular first premolar resembles a mandibular second premolar. However, like
the mandibular canine, its mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than its distobuccal cusp ridge.

Root length
 Regarding the contact areas, the root length, and curvature of the cervical lines on the mesial
and distal, the mandibular first premolar resembles a mandibular second premolar. However, like
the mandibular canine, its mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than its distobuccal cusp ridge.

Mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than the distobuccal cusp ridge

Regarding the contact areas, the root length, and curvature of the cervical lines on the mesial
and distal, the mandibular first premolar resembles a mandibular second premolar. However, like
the mandibular canine, its mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than its distobuccal cusp ridge.

Curvatures of the cervical lines on mesial and distal

Regarding the contact areas, the root length, and curvature of the cervical lines on the mesial
and distal, the mandibular first premolar resembles a mandibular second premolar. However, like
the mandibular canine, its mesiobuccal cusp ridge is shorter than its distobuccal cusp ridge.
Question 16 of 20

In a three-cusped mandibular premolar, which of the following best describes the order of
cusp size from largest to smallest?

Buccal, mesiolingual, distolingual

In the three-cusped form, the cusps from largest to smallest are the buccal, mesiolingual, and
distolingual.

Mesiolingual, buccal, distolingual

In the three-cusped form, the cusps from largest to smallest are the buccal, mesiolingual, and
distolingual.
 Buccal, distolingual, mesiolingual
In the three-cusped form, the cusps from largest to smallest are the buccal, mesiolingual, and
distolingual.

All are about the same size

In the three-cusped form, the cusps from largest to smallest are the buccal, mesiolingual, and
distolingual.
Question 17 of 20

From the mesial aspect, the mandibular first premolar resembles which shape?

Rectangle
From either the mesial or distal, as with all posterior teeth, the mandibular first premolar is
rhomboid in shape.

Rhombus
From either the mesial or distal, as with all posterior teeth, the mandibular first premolar is
rhomboid in shape.

Trapezoid
From either the mesial or distal, as with all posterior teeth, the mandibular first premolar is
rhomboid in shape.

Square
 From either the mesial or distal, as with all posterior teeth, the mandibular first premolar is
rhomboid in shape.
Question 18 of 20

Overall, the second premolar is the larger of the two mandibular premolars.

True
With the exception of the crown length, the second premolar tends to be larger than the first
premolar in all dimensions.

False
With the exception of the crown length, the second premolar tends to be larger than the first
premolar in all dimensions.

Question 19 of 20

At what age does the mandibular second premolar begin eruption?

8 to 9 years
The mandibular second premolar erupts at about 11 to 12 years of age.

9 to 10 years
The mandibular second premolar erupts at about 11 to 12 years of age.
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10 to 11 years
The mandibular second premolar erupts at about 11 to 12 years of age.

11 to 12 years
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The mandibular second premolar erupts at about 11 to 12 years of age.
Question 20 of 20

If a mandibular second premolar has two lingual cusps, the distolingual cusp tends to be
the larger of the two.

True
In the three-cusped type, the mesiolingual cusp tends to be larger than the distolingual cusp.

False
In the three-cusped type, the mesiolingual cusp tends to be larger than the distolingual cusp.