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Question
State whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). If false, correct them by changing any one single word in each.
Semi-circular canals are concerned with static (positional) balance.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is False.
Correct statement:
Semi-circular canals are concerned with dynamic (rotational) balance.
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