The Calvaria (Or Skullcap) is Formed by the ________ Bones

Question

The calvaria (or skullcap) is formed by the ________ bones.
A) frontal, temporal, and parietal
B) frontal, parietal, and occipital
C) temporal, parietal, and occipital
D) frontal, temporal, and occipital
E) frontal, temporal, parietal, and occipital

Accepted Answer

The calvaria, or skullcap, is formed by the frontal, parietal, and occipital bones. Choice A is incorrect because it includes the temporal bones, which do not contribute to the calvaria. Choice C is incorrect because it includes the temporal bones and excludes the frontal bone. Choice D is incorrect because it excludes the parietal bone. Choice E is incorrect because it includes the temporal bones, which do not contribute to the calvaria.