Removable Partial Denture Components Quiz

1. The palatal major connector that provides greatest retention is

AP connector

U-shaped connector

Palatal plate

Palatal strip

2. Any clasp assembly should encircle at least how much of the abutment tooth?Add description here!

360°

160°

180°

120°

3. Who proposed the Cone theory as the basis for clasp retention?

Applegate

Dave

Kennedy

Prothero

4. Which of the following is an advantage of a palatal strap compared to a palatal bar?

Better stimulation of the underlying tissues

Increased rigidity with less bulk

Easy manipulation

Reduced bulk and occupies less space

5. The disadvantage of circumferential clasp is

Its half round form prevents edgewise adjustment

All of the above

More tooth surface is covered than with a bar clasp arm because of its occlusal direction of approach

More metal is displayed than with bar clasp arm

6. Which component of a removable partial denture is used to retain or prevent dislodgement away from the mucosa?

Rest seat

Indirect retainer

Minor connector

Direct retainer

7. Which of the following is not a maxillary connector?

Palatal strap

Anterior posterior bar

Lingual plate

Palatal plate

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