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A high mandibular plane angle corresponds to which occlusal tendency?

  1. Anterior open bite
  2. Anterior deep bite
  3. Posterior open bite
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Correct answer: A. Anterior open bite

  • A. CORRECT. A high (steep) mandibular plane reflects a hyperdivergent, vertical growth pattern associated with anterior open bite.
  • B. INCORRECT. Deep bite is linked to a low mandibular plane angle (hypodivergent).
  • C. INCORRECT. Posterior open bite is not the typical association.

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