The first cervical vertebra in humans is known as the

1. atlas 2. axis
3. vertebra prominens 4. synsacrum
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Almost all mammals have seven

1. cervical vertebrae 2. carpal bones
3. cranial bones ​​​​​​ 4. sacral vertebrae
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Consider the given statements regarding the human vertebral column:

I: In adults, it is differentiated into cervical [7], thoracic [12], lumbar [5], sacral [1-fused] and coccygeal [1-fused] regions.
II: The first vertebra is called as axis and it articulates with the occipital condyles.
III: The spinal cord runs through a neural canal.
IV: It protects the spinal cord, supports the head and serves as the point of attachment for the ribs and musculature of the back.

The correct statements include:

1. Only I 2. Only I and IV
3. Only II and III 4. Only I, III, and IV
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