Observation

This question was attempted by many candidates and their performance was poor.  Candidates stated functions of each type of teeth as the characteristics of each of the types of teeth.

The expected answers are as follows:

(a).  CHARACTERISTIC OF MOLAR

flat surface/broad surface

cusped

three roots present

                                                                                            
(b)   CHARACTERISTIC OF PREMOLAR

broad surface

cusped

two roots present

                                                                                            
(c)   CHARACTERISTIC OF CANINE

conical in shape

sharp/pointed tips

one long root present

                                                                                            

(d)   CHARACTERISTIC OF INCISOR

chisel - shaped

sharp cutting edge

one short root present