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Which primary tooth is replaced by permanent tooth #5 (maxillary 2nd premolar)?

  1. Primary tooth A
  2. Primary tooth B (maxillary right primary 2nd molar)
  3. Primary tooth D
  4. Primary tooth F
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Correct answer: B. Primary tooth B (maxillary right primary 2nd molar)

  • A. Tooth A (maxillary right primary central incisor) is replaced by permanent tooth #8, not #5.
  • B. Correct. Primary tooth B (maxillary right primary second molar) is replaced by permanent tooth #5 (maxillary right second premolar).
  • C. Tooth D (maxillary right primary first molar) is replaced by permanent tooth #4, not #5.
  • D. Tooth F (maxillary left primary canine) is replaced by permanent tooth #11, not #5.

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