Test eis 2004 Por Exawneas ‘What are predominant linkages In glycogen between glucose units? AL Alphact,4 8. c. o. E In fermentation, the final electron acceptor is. 8. water. oxygen. ‘carbon dioxide, an organic compound an inorganic compound. moop> Which of the following primary teeth is MOST likely to have an oblique ridge? 9. A. Maxillary canine 8B. Maxillary frst molar C. Maxillary second molar D. Mandibular first molar E, Mandibular second molar Each of the following structures is found in the infratemporal fossae EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? 10. A. Lingual neve B. Medial pterygoid muscle G.Inferior alveolar nerve D. _Pterygopalatine ganglion E. Pterygoid venous plexus Each of the following cranial nerves is associated with the cavemous sinus EXCEPT n fone, Which one is this EXCEF1/ON? A. Facial B. Abducens ©. Trochiear D. Trigeminal E. Oculomotor Calcium dipicolinate is present in large amounts in 12, A. spores. B. flagella. ©. mesosomes. D. ribosomes. E. mitochondria, When compared to the primary mandibular first ‘molar, the primary mandibular second molar normally exhisits a GREATER number of which of the following? Oblique ridges Roots Gusps Cervical ridges Transverse ridges moom> Which ofthe following describes the movement of glycine molecules in an electric field at a pH of 6.08 (the isoelectric pH for glycine)? The glycine molecules will ot move, move to the anode. move to the cathode. move to both anode and cathode. gom> Zine is an essential component of which of the following? Pepsin Amylase Hexokinase Adenylate cyclase Carbonic anhydrase moop> Which of the following cancers typically arises in teenagere and young adulte? Wilms’ tumor Angiosarcoma Ewing's sarcoma Multiple myeloma Chronic lymphocytic leukemia moom> Each of the following muscles usually appears in the floor of the posterior triangle EXCEPT cone. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Sternohyoid Medius scalene Splenius capitis LLevator scapulae Anterior belly of omohyoid moow> {In an ideal intercuspal relation, the mesiotacial cusp of the maxillary frst molar opposes which ‘morphologic entity of the mandibular first molar? Contra iossa Lingual groove Distotacial groove Mesiatacial groove pomp {© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. ll rights reserved, Rlecrinted by permission.18. Three days ago, a pationt received her third immunization with tetanus toxoid. What class of antibodies specttic for tetanus toxoid would one ‘expect fo find in her serum? A. Similar concentrations of IgM and laG B, High concentrations of both IgM and Ig C.__Low concentration of IgM: high . concentration of Low concentration of IgM; high concentration of IgG E. High concentration of IgM; low ‘concentration of la 14. Facilitated diffusion DIFFERS trom active transport in that net transport by facilitated ditfusion A hasattransport maximum B. uses ATP as an energy source. ©. requires a concentration gradient. D. occurs as an endergonic (positive AG) process, 1, Mucosa of the anterior two-thirds of the tongue develops primarily trom ‘A. Rathke's pouch, Bhuhaeealam impar. C. foregut endocerm 1D. hypobranchial eminence E. lateral lingual swellings 16. Each of the following statements regarding aldosterone is correct EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A, Is.@ mineralocortcoid, B. Increases Nas uptake from the kidneys. C. Production is stimulated by angiotensin I . Is produced in the zona fasciculata of the adrenal cortex, 17, Interstitial pulmonary inflammation is MOST characteristic of A. viral pneumonia, bacterial pneumonia, lung abscess. bronchial asthma, 5, c. 0, E. _bronchopneumonia, 18, 19, 20. 22, The ceclusal outline of a mandibular frst molar AL circle. B. square C. hexagon, D. pentagon E. rhomboid, ‘Which of the following statements is correct with respect to mastication of food? ‘A. Food is masticated primarily ina border movement B. Food is masticated primarily in lateral contacting movement, CC. Anideal occlusion is a requisite for masticatory efficiency. D. Proper incisor contact is a requisite for masticatory afficioncy. Indigestion is generally related to inadequate mastication of food. Human papillomaviruses 16 and 18 are strongly correlated with the appearance of genital warts plantar warts, cutaneous warte uterine cancer. cervical cancer. moom> The sensory receptors serving the stretch reflex are classified as, nociceptors, chemoreceptors propriaceptors, extoroceators. pom> Which of the following muscles participates in flexion at the gleno-humeral and the humero: ulnar jointe? Dettoia Brachialis Biceps brachi Triceps brachii Coracobrachialis moop> (© 2008 Arvencan Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al rghts ceserved. Reprinted by permission,23, 24, 25. 27. During fetal development, blood is shunted trom the pulmonary artery to the aortic arch by means of the: A. foramen ovale. B. sinus venosus C.ductus venosus. D. ductus arteriosus. E. foramen secundum. 29. Which ofthe following factors MOST influences the lingual concavity of the maxillary anterior teeth and groove direction of the posterior teeth? A, Anterior guidance B. Angle of the eminence ©. Curve of the occlusion D. Sideshift of the mandible (Bennett movement) 30. E. Direction of movement ofthe rotating condyle Rough pneumococel grown in the presence of DNA from dead smooth pneumococci develop capsules, This is an example of bacterial ‘A. mutation. B. dominanee. ©. conjugation, D. transduction, E. transformation at. Which of the following base pairs promotes helix stabilization in DNA but does NOT o so in RNA? A GC BOAT co GU DCT 32. E AU Blood from the cephalic vein drains into which of the following veins? Basilic Brachiocephalic Axillary Internal thoracic ‘Superior vena cava moo@> 23, ‘The junction between the tooth surface and the crevicular epithelium is composed of which of the following? A. Cementoid B. Tight junction C. Intermediate filaments D. Basal lamina-like structure E, _Interetiial crevicular fuis Ifthe anticodon on transfer-RINA is S'ACGS’, then which af the following is its corresponding codon on messenger-RNA? A. Scots B. scaus c. sTecs D. suacs & succes On the crown of the primary maxillary first molar, the mesial surface normally A. js larger than the distal surface of the same toath 8 exhibits a concave lingual outline. C. is wider occtusocervicaly than buceoiingually ‘exhibits a straight cervical line 's wider buccolingually atthe occlueal table than at the cervical third mo Staphylococcus aureus MOST commonly causes ‘skin infections, septicemia. sore throat. chronic infections. ‘exogenous infections. moom> Each of the following is characteristic of herpes zoster EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Unilateral B. Usually involves 1-3 dermatomes. G. Occurs repeatedly in immunocompetent patients. D. Only occurs in an individual having a latent V2V infection. . More common in individuals who are immunocompromised. {© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Allright reserved, Reprinted by permission.= 38, Which of the folowing describes the contact 38. Which ofthe following muscles is MOST relationship between a maxillary centeal incisor concerned in quiet respiration? and a maxilary lateral incisor? A. Rhomboid ‘A. Contact ofeet tothe lingual B. Diaphragm B. Contacts centered incisocervically ©. Subclavius C. Lingual embrasure is lager than the facial D. Sacrospinalis embrasure. E, Pectoralis major D. Incisal embrasure isthe largest ofall the cembrasures. 38. Before swallowing can be initiated, afferent information must be racsived 34, Which of the folowing shows a relative INCREASE as the dental pulp ages? ‘A. from muscle spindles, indicating consistency ofa soft bolus of food. A. Number of fibroblasts 8. _ ina lesser amount from nociceptors, B. Number of odontoblasts indicating a soft bolus of food. C. Number of biood vessels C. from mucosal mechanoreceptors, indicating D. Size of the pulp chamber the consistency of a soft bolus of food E, Amount of fibrous connective tissue D. from pharyngeal taste receptors, indicating the consistency of a soft bolus of food. 35. The rapid emergence of new etraine of human immunodeficiency virus is primarily the result of 40. When the mandible moves tothe right, the ‘A. the frequent genomic recombination mesiolingual cusp of the maxillary right first, between human immunodeficiency virus molar passes through whieh groove of the and other retroviruses. mandibular right fst molar? B. frequent errs in the translation of vial proteins ‘A. Mesiomarginal C. the lack of immune response to the viral B. Distofacial envelope glycoprotein. C. Mesiofacial D. frequent errors introduced by viral reverse D. Lingual transcriptase. E Gey E. the imprecision of poten cleavage by viral protease 26. Mesial and distal pulp homs are MORE likely to 41. The antigenic component of which of the be found in which of the folowing teeth? following vaccines is a capsular antigen? A. Maxillary central incisors A. Influenza B. Mandibular central incisors 8. Poliovirus CC. Mandibular canines C. Hepatitis B D. Maxillary first premolars D. Haemophilus influenzae E. Mandibular fist premolars 37, The major sensory nerve to the parietal pericardium branches from which of the oe following nerves? A. Vagus 5, Musculophrenic C. Intercostal D. Phrenic E. Internal thoracic Coupled respiration requires each of the following EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? ADP Oxygen Carbon dioxide Electron donor Inorganic phosphate moon» ntl Acoociaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. All ights reserved. Reprinted by permission.43, 45. 46, a7. As the severity of periodontal disease progresses, there is an increase in plasma cells that produce which of the following? sigA gD gE IgG lout moomp Which of the following is a comglication of cirthosis? ‘A. Splenic atrophy 8, Hepatic angioma formation ©. Obstruction of portal circulation D. Increased plasma protein formation E. Decreased central venous pressure Which ofthe following is produced when a mutation occurs in an enzyme controling @ signal pathway involved in cell growth processes? Epigene Antigene Oneagene Monagene Transgene moom> DNA that is complementary to mRNA can be ‘made using which of the fcllowing? A plasmid DNA ligase A retrovirus RNA polymerase Reverse transcriptase moom> Which ofthe following groups of organs is retroperitoneal? A. Pancreas, transverse colon, and descending colon Pancreas, stomach, and ovary Kidney, transverse colon, and ovary Ureter, gallbladder, and transverse colon Kidney, adrenal, and rectum moop 48, 49. 51. 52, Each ofthe following derives from a pharyngeal ouch EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Thymus Parathyroid Parotid gland Auditory tube Palatine tonsil moop> ‘The arrow in the ilustration below indicates the path taken by opposing cusps. The mandibular movement indicated is protrusive, fight lateral; laterotrusive. left lateral; laterotrusive, right lateral; megiotrusive, left lateral; mediotrusive. moOw> Which of the following is caused by vitamin D deficiency in adults? Rickets Myxedéma ‘Acromegaly ‘Osteomalacia Osteltsflorosa cyetica moog» In unilateral balanced occlusion, contact between lower buccal cusps and upper buccal cusps along with simultaneous contact between lower lingual cusps and upper lingual cusps, wil MOST likely occur in which ofthe following types of mandibular movements? A. Laterotusive B. Mediotrusive C.Straight retrusive D. Straight prottusive ‘The buccal mucosa typically has which of the following epithelia? Simple columnar Pseudostratitied columnar Non-keratinized, stratified squamous. Parakeratinized, stratified squamous Orthokeratinized, stratfied squamous moom> (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al sights reserved. Reprinted by permission.6a. 65. 67. {© 200 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations Al right 3. Cell bodies of neurons mediating proprioception {rom the periodontal ligament of the maxillary first molar lia in the semilunar ganglion motor nucleus of V. spinal nucleus of V. chief sensory nucleus of V. mesencephalic nucleus of V. moom> ‘Which of the following can be used to distinguish the palatine tonsil from the pharyngeal tonsil on the histologic level? General shape ofthe tonsil Number of lymphatic nodules ‘Type of epithelium associated with it ‘Type of lymphocytes present Presence or absence of Hassal!'s corpuscles. moom> ‘The movement in the upper compartment of the temporomandibular joints rotation and translation. The movement in the lower compartment is transiation, ‘A. Both statements are TRUE. B. Both statements are FALSE. C.The first statement is TMUC, and the second is FALSE. D. The first statement is FALSE, and the second is TRUE. [As blood flows through the periodontal membrane, tremendous pressures occur in response to forceful occlusion. Blood flow is temporarily reduced, but platelets do not ‘aggregate because of the presence of cat, ADP. thrombin thromboxane A2. prostacyclin (Pola) moop> Which of the following parts of the hypophysis is the site of oxytocin release? Pars nervosa Infundibulum Pars distalis Pars tuberalis Pars intermedia moop> 63, 70. nm The non-working condyle performs which of the following movements? Straight forward Forward and downward Downward, forward, and lateral Downward, backward, and medial Downward, forward, and mecial moom> ).. Which of the folloning substances is the predominant source of ATP at MODERATE levele (for greater than 60 minutes) of activity? Amino acids Fatty acids Carbohydrates Proteins pomp Which of the following promotes the release of bilo from the gallbladder? Gastrin Secretin Galla Bombesin Cholecystokinin moop> Which of the following teeth represents the one ‘MOST likely to present with three roots? Mandibular central incisor Mandibular cocond premolar Mandibular canine Maxillary first premolar Maxillary second premolar moon» Which of the following chemical agents is approved as an immersion sterilant? lodophors Ethy! alcohol Glutaraldenydes ‘Synthetic phenolics Sodium hypochiorite moOOm> Granulation tissue is comprised of each of the following components EXCEPT one, Which one is this EXCEPTION? Fibroblasts Plasma cells Capillary buds Endothelial cells Newly formed collagen moom> i reserved. Reprinted by permission.7, 7. 7. Following eruption and initial occlusal contact in the oral cavity, a tooth will continue to erupt in ‘order to compensate for occlusal wear. In response to this continuous eruption, which of the following is deposited at the apex of the root? Primary dentia Secondary dentin Reparative dentin Cellular cementum Acellular cementum moopy Which of the following would produce the greatest DECREASE in resistance in a single artery 2 mm long ane with a radius of 1.2 mm? Atalving in length ‘A doubling in length ‘An increase in radius by a factor of 2 ‘A decrease in blood viscosity by a factor of2 pom> Which of the following BEST describes a centric holding cusp of a mandibular left second molar? A. tis the distofacial cusp and occludes in the ‘embrasure between maxilary first and second molars, tis the distofacial cusp and occludes in the central fossa of a maxillary second molar. Itis the distolingual cusp and oceludes in the embrasure between maxillary first and second molars. bp, _Itis the gistolingual cusp and eccludes in the central fossa of a mauillary second molar. 83. Oral streptococe! are usually gamma-hemolytic. alpha-hemoiytic. beta-hemolytic non-hemoiytic. pomp ‘The cell membrane is LEAST permeable to which of the following substances? 0p CO 20 Sodium Ethanol moope 79. 20. at. Which of the following types of dentin is the MOST highly mineralized? A. Carious B. Predentin ©. Intertubuiar D.Intergiobular €. Intraiper)tuoular Each of the following can be found in the dental pulp EXCEPT one, Which one is this EXCEPTION? Nerve tissue Blood vessels Comentoblaste Lymph vessels pomr According to the Spaulding Classification System for contaminated items and surlacee, semi-ertical items should be reprocessed by ‘A. exposure to ethylene oxide. B. a spray-wipe-epray technique. ©. _imersion in a tuberculocidal disinfectant, . washing with a chlorhexidine gluconate disinfectant. E. heat stabilization ifthe material is heat stable. In the contractile cycle, the dissociation of the actomyosin complex results MOST immediately from A ATP hydrolysis. B. release of ATP hydrolysis products, ©. ATP replacing ADP on the myosin heads. D. titing of the myosin heads (crossbridges), Which of the following represents the consequence of the fact that DNA strands are complementary? Hairpin loop structures can be generated They will aways have identical sequences Separated strands are able to reassociate ‘They cannot get back together once separated Pomp Which of the following predominates in steroid producing cells? ‘Smooth endoplasmic reticulum Rough endoplasmic reticulum Golgi apparatus Phagosomes. Nucleolus moom> (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dantal Examinations. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission,85, ‘The spacing between anterior teeth in the 81. Asubstance alters the rate of an enzymatic primary denttion s MOST frequently caused by reaction by binding tothe enzyme at a site other tan the active site, The substance described is @ A. thumb-sucking. {an) 5, tongue thrusting ©. wanseeptal gingival fibers A. uncouptr. D. the growth ofthe dental archos. B. covalent modi E. the preseure from succedaneous teeth 6. alesis inhi D. competitive inhibitor. E) _postransiatonal meer. 86, Each of the foloming types of cells is phagooytic EXCEPT ane. Which one is this. EXCEPTION? 92, On.a maxillary fst molar, the ocelusal outine Contains two obtuse and two acute angles. The ‘A. Monocyte acute line angles are B, Histioeyte ©. Neutrophil A, mosioingual and cstlngust D. Macrophage B, mesial and datoingua. E. Lymphocyte ©. mesiingual and clstotcial D. mesiofacial and distoacal E, dsteacal and distalingua 87, Which of the folowing is MOST likely to promote depolymerization of extracellular mati? A Cotisone 99. When T-cells from patients who have chrenie B. Collagenase periodontal disease react with certain plaque ©. Ohymetypsin bacterial antigons, they produce each of the D. Hyaluronidase following EXCEPT one, Which one is tis EXCEPTION? £88, In the intercuspal poston, which ofthe A, Immuneglobulin following anterior teeth has the potential of B ibe ‘contacting both anterior and posterior c. NFA snlayonisis? ooENE ‘A, Maxillary lateral incisor B. Mandibular lateral incisor ©, Maxillary canine D. Mandibular canine 94. During which ofthe following would blood flow to the coronary arteries be GREATEST in a resting individual? 89. In the oral region, the lingual artery usually is found between the A. teovolumie contraction 8. Ventaular ejection A, lingual and hypoglossal nerves. ©. Anlleontacton B. mylohyoid and geniohyold muscles D. Ventculr relaxation CC. hyogloseus and geniogloseus muscles. D. sublingual duct ane hypogloesal nem E. oral mucous membrane and the anterior as 95. Atropine prevents the secretion of saliva resulting rom stimulation ofthe chorda tympani 90, Each of the folowing isa type of inflammatory because erudate EXCEPT one, Wah one is tis EXCEPTION? A. denatures the salivary gland protins. B. prevents the action of azatychaline onthe A. Suppurative Becrting ool 8. Forous ©. proverte release of scetyichline by ©. Puruent Symoathotic postgangioni fers. D. Fibrinous D. prevents release of acetylcholine in EPeoudomembranovs futonomie gang (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al ights reserved, Reprintad by permission.10 96, IV the point of a needle enters the parotid gland 99. during an inferior alveolar injection and solution is deposited in the gland, the MOST likely result is paralysis of the buccinator muscle. Paralysis of the temporalis muscle. paresthesia of the lingual nerve, paralysis of temporal tympani hematoma of the pterygoid venous plexus. moOm>e 100, 97. Which of the following promotes edema? A. Increased blood proteins B. Increased sodium excretion C. Decreased lymphatic drainage D. Decreased venule blood pressure E. Increased plaema osmotic pressure 98, Which of the following BEST deseribes the primary ionic movement during the depolarization phase of a nerve action potential? ‘A. Potassium ions moving from inside to outside the membrane B. Potassium ions moving into the fiber from interstitial fluid ©. Large organic-negative ions moving from inside the fiber to outside the fiber D. Sodium ions moving from inside the membrane to outside the membrane Sodium ions moving from outside the membrane to inside the membrane A mature ovum is expelled from which of the following? Corpus luteum Corpus albicans Graafian folicles A B. c. D. Corpus hemorthagicum ‘Which ofthe following is the characteristic. immunoglobulin present in human external secretions (ie. saliva, tears, intestinal juice)? Monomeric IgE Monomeric IgA Polymeric loG4 Polymeric IgA Secretory IgD moO@> (© 2006 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permission.| 101. 102. 103, 104, 105. © 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Ext Which of the following is the cellular organelle 108. that contains many types of hydrolytic enzymes? A. lysosome B. Centrosome ©. Mitochondrion D. Golgi apparatus E, Endoplasmic reticulum Ordinarily, a 6-year-old child would have which 107. of the following teeth clinically visible? ‘A, Allprimary teeth only B. All primary teeth and pormanent fist molars ©. Primary posterior teeth, permanent first molars, and central incisors D. Primary canines, permanent first molars, and permanent mandibular incisors 108, Which of the following isthe lobe of the ‘cerebral hemisphere that lies in the middle cranial fossa?” A. Frontal 5. Temporal C Cceipital D. Parietal In an ideal intereuspal position, the distoincisal aspect of a mandibular central incisor opposes 108. hich structure of which maxillary incisor? A. Lingual fossa of a lateral B. — Mesial marginal ridge of a lateral ©. Distal marginal ridge of a central D. — Mesial marginal ridge of a central E. Lingual fossa of a central 110. Virulence of the pneumococcus is associated with its A, pyrogenic exotoxin, 5. C-reactive protein, ©. content of nucleoprotein. D. production of streptolysin. E. capsular polysaccharide. Which of the following statements BEST describes hydroxyapatite in enamel? Has a nonpolar surface Has 10 ions in each unit cell Contains no ion substitutions Has a higher solubility than fluorapatite Has a solubility that decreases as the pH decreases moom> ‘Which of the following epithelial types is normally associated with the internal lining of the majority of the tubular gastrointestinal tract? ‘Simple columnar ‘Simple cuboidal ‘Simple squamous, Stratified cuboidal Stratified squamous moop> Prior to surgery, an anxious patient has a higher systole blood pressure than previously noted, Which af the following represents the MOST ikely reason? Cardiac shock ‘Anaphylactic shock Atrial fiorllation Ventricular tirilation Decreased arterial compliance moom> Which of the following skin lesions is generally considered precancerous? Psoriasis Verruca vulgaris Intradermal nevus. Actinic keratosis ‘Seborrheic keratosis moom> Which of the following is a branching, filamentous microorganism that is a normal inhabitant of the gingival crevice and tonsillar crypts? Aspergillus niger ‘Actinomyces naesiunai Penicilium notatuin Trichophyton mentagrophytes Lactobacillus casei moom> aminations. Al ights reserved. Reprinted by permissionant, 12, 113, 114, Glucose can be made from each of the foliowing substances EXCEPT one. Which cone is this EXCEPTION? Lactate Acetyl CoA, Glycerol Pyruvate Fructose moO@> In an ideal intercuspal position, the distolingual cusp of a maxillary first molar ‘opposes the A. central fossa of the mandibular frst molar. B. lingual sulcus of the mandibular frst molar. C. mesial fossa of the mangibular second molar, D. mesial marginal ridge of the mandibular second molar. E. facial embrasure between the ‘mandibular first and second molars. Which of the following oral tissues contains the LEAST collagen? Bone Dentin Mucosa, Enamel omentum moo@y Each of the following statements describes a Contributor to the initiation of mineralization of bone EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Holes or pores in collagen fibers B. Release of matrix vesicles by osteoblasts ©. Release of acid phosphatase by ‘osteocytes trapped in lacunae ©. Alkaline phosphatase activity in ‘osteoblasts and matrix vesicles E. Degradation of matrix pyrophosphate to release an inorganic phosphate ‘group 15. 116. 17, 118, 119, Increased pulmonary ventilation observed at high altitudes results crectly from the effect o hypoxia on the carotid body. aortic sinus. hypothalamus. carotid sinus. respiratory center. mo0@> Juxtamedular and cortical nephrons ditfer primarily in A. filtration fraction. 8. location of macula densa. C._length of proximal tubule. D. length of distal convoluted tubule. E. length of the thin segment of the loop of Henle, Which of the following represents the primary function of sigA? ‘A. Aggregates microorganisms and prevents colonization 8. Activates complement in secretory fluids ©. Promotes phagocytosis by monocytes ©. Activates mast cells E, Activates NK cells, Which of the following BEST describes the occlusal outline of a maxillary first molar fram an occlusal view? A. Ovoid B. Square C. Rectangular D. — Pentagonal E. Rhomboidal ‘The nasopalatine nerve reaches mucosa in the oral cavity via which ofthe following foramina? Incisive Infraorbital Lesser palatine Greater palatine Prerygopalatine moouy (© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, All ights reserved. Reprinted by permission.yor ere loins grertlf 4120. Which of the following represents the total 125, Collagen degradation that is obsarved in number of teeth in the permanent dentition that normally possess a cingulum? moop> 121. Cellular tropism by viruses is dependent on whieh of the following? Host cell DNA homology to viral DNA ‘Temperature of host cell incubation Gamma-intarferon production Cell surface receptors Viral enzyme synthesis moO@> 122, Which of the following is an allosteric effector ‘of an enzymatic reaction? Competitive inhibitor Noncompetitive inhibitor Substance that binds to the substrate Substance affecting enzymatic activity by binding to the active site Substance affecting enzymatic activity Ly binding to non-active sites m comp 122, Odontoblasts secrete the organic components of the dentin matrix, The fibrous matrix is MOSTLY keratin, reticular fibers. Type | collagen, Type 1! and Il collagen. reabsorbed as the dentin matures. moom> 424, Which of the following BEST deseribes the normal roat of the mandibular canine, in cross section at the CEJ? Circular, symmetrical ‘Triangular, symmetrical void, symmetrical void, but wider mesiodistaly at the lingual ‘Ovoid, but wider mesiodistaly at the labial m 9om> chronic periodontal disease can result directly from the action of collagenase enzymes af oral ‘microbial origin. Such enzymes have been demonstrated as component systems of A. Porphyromonas soecies. B.Lapthothrx buccal. ©. Entamoeba gingiva D. Enterococcus faecalis E. —Vevlonota species. Hormones that exert their effects through the activation of second messengers are A. tipophitc. 8. usually water soluble peptde/protein hoimones, ©. initially Bound to cytoplasmic hormone receptors. D. secreted by ovaries, testes, adrenal cortex, and placenta, Which of the following exhibits phagocytic activity in the central nervous system? Ependymal cel! Mieragial cel! Nigodendrocyte Fibrous astrocyte Proteplaamic actroeyte poop Each of the following coenzymes is a component of the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex EXCEPT ane, Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. NAD B. Biotin C. Coanzyme A D. Thiamine pyrophosphate Identity the anterior tooth that MOST frequently exhibits a bifurcated root and identify the positions of the roots. Tooth Root Position A. Maxillary lateral Mesial and distal incisor 8. Maxillary lateral Facial and lingual incisor Maxillary canine Facial and lingual po Mandibular canine Facial and lingual ‘6 2008 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commision on National Dental Examination, Al ights reserved. Reprinted by permission,14 130. 131. 192. 133. 134, 135, Which of the following ligaments is MOST 138, often damaged in an inferior alveolar nerve block? A. Lateral B. Capsular ©. Stylohyaid D. — Stylomandibular E. — Sphenomandiibular Which of the following enzymes seals nicks in DNA? A. Bxonuclease 137. B. — Endonuclease c Ligase D. DNA polymerase E. — RNApolymerase Which of the following teeth is the LEAST likely tooth to have a bifurcation of the root? A. Mandibular canine B. Mandibular central incisor 138, C.— Maxillary central incisor D. Mandibular lateral incisor E. — Maxilary second premolar Hepatitis C virus infection is MOST often transmitted through A. coxual contact. B. oral secretions. C. blood transfusions. D. the fecai-oral route. E. respiratory droplets. 139, Neutotibromatosis type 1 is characterized by which of the following conditions? ‘A. Multiple mucosal neuromas B. —Parioral melanotic freckles C. Medullary carcinoma of thyroid D. Development of visceral carcinoma E, Multiple pigmented macuies of the skin Each of the following structures increases the surface area of the small intestine EXCEPT 140, fone, Which is the EXCEPTION? vil Rugae Meroviti Brush border Circular folds moopE Which of the following represents the slight incisocervical concavity on the labial crown surface of the canines that is found in the incisal third, just mesial to the labial ridge? Mosial fossa Mesiolingual fissa Mesial marginal ridge Mesiolabial line angle Mesiolabial developmental depression moomp ‘Submucosal glands are usually located in the fundus of stomach, duodenum. appendix. jejunum, colon. moom> Which of the following is an endogenous fungus that is capable of producing an ‘opportunistic infection? Candia Rhizopus Blastomyces Aspergilus Cryptococcus moowy Which of the following pathogens is the single ‘MOST common cause of sexually transmitted disease in the U.S.? Treponema pallidum Haemophilus ducrey Chlamydia trachomatis, Herpes simplex vitus Human immunodeficiency virus moow> Which of the following is the pathway that results in the formation of glucose in the liver from lactate produced in muscle? A. Cori cycle 8. Giycolysis ©. Gitric acid cycte D. —Pentose phosphate pathway (© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Jeint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permission.14. 142, 143, 144, 145, 146. (© 2005 American Dontal Ass Which of the following represents the primary 147. function of comentun? A. Attach Sharpey's fibers B. Protect the roo! from caries C. — Repair traumatic injuries of the root D. Supply nutrition to the periodontal ligament E, Maintain the wich of the periodontal ligament Compared to a maxilary second premolar, a maxillary first premolar has. 148. ‘A, two roats, one facial and one lingual. B, _thrae developmental grooves. C. ane root containing two root canals, D. —_ashorter central groove, E, two roats, one mesial and one distal A g.year-old boy has tinea capitis. Ihe is receiving appropriate therapy then he is MOST likely being treated with an A. antiviral agent. 149. B. _anti-mycotic agent, C. anti-bacterial agent. D. _anti-parasitc agent. ‘A pronounced developmental groove is usually present on a marginal ridge of which of the following tooth? A. Maxillary canine 8. Maxillary fist premolar ©. Mandibular second premolar 1D. Mandibular first molar 150. E. Maxillary second molar MOST cases of choriocarcinoma are discovered by the appearance of a rising titer in blood or urine of which of the following? A. Acid phosphatase B. _Alghacfetoprotein ©. Alkaline phosphatase D. —Garcinoembryonic antigen E. Human chorionic gonadotropin 151 Glucose reabsorption in the nephron is usually ‘completed in which ofthe following? Distal tubule Loop of Henle Collecting duct Proximal tubule pop Which of the following represents the number and the location of cusps on the Y-type ‘mandibular second premolar? No lingual and one facial ‘One lingual and one facial ‘One lingual and two facial Two lingual and one facial Two lingual and two facial moomp Which of the following primary teeth is usually bilaterally symmetrical when viewed facially and incisally? Mandibular central incisor Maxillary central incisor Maxillary lateral incisor Mandipular lateral incisor Mandibular canine moog Pernicious anemia is characterized by each of the following symptoms EXCEPT one. Which ‘one is this EXCEPTION? Easy fatigabilty Atrophic glossitis Peripheral neuropathy ‘Atrophy of the gastric mucosa Mizroaytie hypochromic red blood cells noom> Which of the following nerves pierces the thyrohyoid membrane? A, loferior laryngeal Recurrent laryngeal G. External branch ofthe superior laryngeal D. Internal branch ofthe superior laryngeal £. Pharyngeal branch of the vagus Each of the following conditions involves ‘changes in numbers of cells in an organ or tissue EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A Aplasia B. Hyperplasia ©. Hypoplasia D. — Metaplasia ‘ciation, Joint Carnmission on National Dental Examinations. Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permission.16 152. 153. 154, 185, 158, 157. The marginal ridges are more prominent on the lingual surface of which of the following incisors? A. Maxilary central 8. Mandibular central C. Maxillary lateral D. Mandibular lateral Which of the following directly catalyzes urea formation in a cell? A. Urease B. Uricase C. Arginase . — Glutaminase Atretic follicles are characteristic of which of the following? Integument of scalp Thyroid Pituitary Lymph gland Ovary moompp Which of the following conditions is a significant risk factor for the development of hepatocellular carcinoma? AL Cholestasis B. _Portal hypertension CC. —Choleithiasis D. Reye's syndrome E. Hepatitis © Where is the lingual height of contour located on a mandibular first premolar? A. Occlusal third B. Junction of the occlusal and middle thirds C. Midale third D. Junction of the middle and cervical thirds Cervical third Cigarette smoking has been etiologically linked to each ofthe following cancers EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Lung Colon Oral cavity Esophagus Urinary bladder 158, Which of the following teeth has the greatest cervi co-occlusal crown height? Maxillay first premolar Mandibular second premolar Maxillary first molar Maneibular second molar Maxillary second molar moou> 159, The oblique ridge of the maxilary molars extends between which two cusps? Mesiofacial and distofacial Mesiolingual and distolingual Mesiolingual and cistofacial Mesiofacial and mesiolingual Mesiofacial and distolingual moomp 160. A practitioner administers a 90:10 nitrous oide-oxygen mixture to a patient, causing respiratory depression. Wrich of the following conditions is likely to result? A. Metabolic acidosis B. Respiratory acidosis ©. Metabolic alkalosis, D. Respiratory alkalosis, Test item #'s 161-172 refer to the following testlet ‘A 20-year-old female presents with complaints of difficuty in opening her mouth and a low-grade fever of several days’ duration. The medical history indicates a recent positive PPD skin test, and the Patient is taking rifampin (Rifadin®). The exta-oral ‘exam shows diffuse swelling at the angle of the right ‘mandible and lateral neck. Oral exam shows gingival swelling and erythema around partially erupted Tooth #32, 4161. Rifampin (Ritadina) is effective in treating active tuberculosis because It targets which of the following pathways? AL Mitosis 8. Replication ©. Translation D. Transcription E. mRNA splicing (©2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permission172, Prior to extracting Tooth #32, surgery is done to ‘expose the entire crown of the tooth. Which of the following should the dentist expect to see? A, The buccablingual dimension of the crown is greater than the mesial-istal dimension, 8. The mesial-distal dimension of the ‘crown is greater that the buccal-lingual dimension ©. The buccaltingual and mesia-distal dimensions of the crown are the same, D. The crown of Tooth #82 is smaller than the crown of Tooth #1 Test itom #'s 173-181 refer to the following testlet. A T-year-old male with a history of asthma presents for an emergency appointment. He suffered a fall in which he struck his anterior maxilla, lacerating his lips. Oral examination reveals bleeding from the ‘gingival sulcus around the maxillary central incisors, and these teeth are mobile, The maxillary lateral incisors are mobile but do not exhibit bleeding During the inital exam, the patient demonstrates acute dyspnea, 173, During the intial oral examination, the dentist suspects onset of an acute asthmatic attack. Each of the following is a commen ‘manifestation of an asthmatic attack EXCEPT one, Which one is this EXCEPTION? Airway edema Bronchospasm Decreased surfactant Increased mucous secretion Increased airway resistance moogp 174. Which of the following immunoglobulin classes is MOST active in this patients respiratory dificuties? gd IgA Wge gl 9G moom> 475. Treatment of this patient's respiratory symptoms requires activation of which of the following pathways? ‘Chotinergic nicotine Cholinergic muscarinic Adrenergic Alpa-t Adienerge Beta-1 Adrenergic Bela-2 moompr 176. The immediate consequences of this patient's respiratory difficulty include each of the folloning EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A Hypoxia B. Tachycardia C. Hypercapnia D. Acute respiratory acidosis E. Increased renal bicarbonate production 177. Each of the following statements regarding the pathogenesis of this patient's respiratory difficulty is correct EXCEPT one, Which one is thie EXCEPTION? ‘A. Multinucleated giant cells phagocytize extrinsi¢ antigens. B, Prostaglandin O elicits bronchoconstriction and vasodilation. Chemotactic factors recruit and activate eosinophils and neutrophils D. Platelet activating factor aggregates platelets and induces histamine release. £, _ Leukotrienes Os, Dg and &. cause prolonged bronchoconstriction and mucin secretion, 178. Laceration of the patients lips resulted in bleeding from which of the following arteries? Nasopalatine Nasal branches of the facial Labial branches of the facial Buceal branch of the maxillary Incisive branches of the infaorbital moom> (© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. All ight reserved, Reprinted by permission.179, If there is a fracture of the maxillary bone adjacent to the traumatized contra incisor, then nociception terminates centrally within which of the following? Trigeminal ganglion Spinal tract of V Spinal subnucieus oralis of ¥ Spinal subnucleus caudalis of V Main (chief) sensory nucleus of V moop> 180, On a panoramic radiograph of this patient, the dentist will expect to see each of the following features EXCEPT one, Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Primary maxillary lateral incisors with partially resorbed roots B. Partially erupted maxillary central incisors with incomplete root closure at the apex. ©. Paialy erupted mandibular lateral incisors with ineampiete root closure at the apex D. Fully erupted mandibular central incisors with complete root formation and closure at the apex. E. Fully erupted mandioular first molars with incomplete root formation and non- ‘closure at the apex. 181. Acadiograph of the maxillary central incisors reveals a small, calcified radiopaque mass between the roots of Teeth #8 and #9. Which ‘of the following is the MOST likely reason for this mass? Distodens Mesiodens Talon cusp Dens in dente Pag lateral incisor moog> Test item #'s 182-195 refer to the following testl A 15-year-old male presents for emergency care. He is ‘non-compliant with his type | diabetes regimen, and he suffered a fall while having an insulin reaction. He struck his chin and lacerated his tongue. Upon ‘opening, his mandible deviates to the left. A panoramic radiograph reveals a fracture of the left condylar neck. 182, Before examining this patient, the dentist notes that the standard medical emergency kit contains an ampule of glucagon. For which of the following reasons would glucagon be used? A. ots as a source of glucose for the hypoglycemic patient B. Promotes glycogen formation in the hyperalycemic patient. ©. Promotes glycogenolysis in the hypoglycemic patient. ‘Stimulates secretion of insulin in the hyperglycemic patient. ° 183. The patient's “insulin reaction” represented a sudden fallin blood glusoee bocauce he had taken his normal insulin dose but did not eat breakfast. Each of the following is a clinical manifestation of hypoglycemia EXCEPT ‘one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Coma Dizziness Confusion Gonvulefon Hyperventilation moom> 184, Which of the folloving glucose transporters, was responsible for the patient's “insulin reaction"? cut qLuT2 GLUT3 GLuTs GLUTS moo@e «© 2005 American Dental Asteciaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permission.138. 138. 197. 138, 189, 190, Which ofthe folowing cals fur inthe 191. pancreas is responsible for secreting inulin? A. Alpha’ 3 Bea C. Deka ©. Acinar E Centroacina Each ofthe flowing i a key long-term campleaton of poory contoled type | Gavetos malitus EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? 192, A. Pancreat caeinoma 8. Hyaline arteriosclerosis ©. Proterative retinopathy D. Neder glomersosclerosie E._Periaral aymmetric nevepathy Sudden oneet ofa seizure inthis patio would MOST key be de to whien of the felowing? a 193, A. Hypoxia 2. Ketoacicesis ©. Hyponatremia ©. Hypoglycemia £.Hyperalycemia ‘The patients tongue laceration wil ikely damage taste ous found on A. form papilla 8. tungitorm papilla ©. excumvalat papilla D. —_ventrum of the tongue. 194, Pain impuises trom the patents fractured manalble are carried by which ofthe following A. Lingual B. Inferior aveclar GC. _Auricuotemporal D. —Zygomaticotempora E. Norv to latral pterygoid 195. Each of the following events will occur during fracture repair EXCEPTone. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Blood clot forms. Bridging callus forms Periosteal callus forms. New endochondral bone forms, New osteons grow across the callus moo@m> ‘The deviation of the patient’s mandible is MOST likely due to lack of function of which of the following muscles? Left mesial pterygoid Right medial pterygoid Masseter Loft lateral pterygoid Right lateral pterygoid moome Monosynaplic jaw closing reflexes might be disrupted in which of the following areas? Locus coenurus Globus pallidus Motor nuciaus of V Mesencephalic nucleus of V Motor nucious of Vil moom> Muscular contractions might result in displacement of the left condyje. Into which of the following areas will the condyle MOST ikoly be displaced? Oral cavity Maxillary sinus Temporal fossa Middle ear cavity Infratemporal fossa moom> With the fracture of the left condyle, the condylar head remains in the mandibular fossa ‘due to which of the following ligaments? Periodontal ‘Otomandioular Stylomandibular Sphenomandlibular ‘Temporomandibular moomp Clinical examination reveals that the lingual ‘cusp on Tooth #5 is broken off. This is MOST likely due to which of the following mandibular movements during trauma? Left mesiotrusive Right mesiotrusive Protrusive Left laterotrusive Right laterotrusive moomD> (© 2005 American Dental Associaton, voint Commigeion on National Dental Examinations. All igs reserved, Reprinted by permission© 2008 American tennant ‘Tost item #"s 196-200 refer to the following testlet. ‘The dentist is called in to assist in the postmortem identification of an unknown person, Parts of a ‘cadaver are presented, including portions of the skull with bones, teoth, and intact soft tissue, 4196, Upon viewing the cadaver, the dentist suddeniy feels faint and experiences vasodepressor syncope. This finding might be associated with each of the following circumstances EXCEPT cone, Which one is this EXCEPTION? Palior Diaphoresis Decreased heart rate Decreased corebral biood flow Inereased systamic blood pressure moop> 197. Examination of the right side of tne cadaver's ‘skull reveals a fracture running through the petrotympanic fiesure. Which ofthe following structures is MOST likely affected by such a fracture? Chonda tympani Auriculotemporal nerve Mandibular branch of V Middle meningeal artery Accessory meningeal artery moom> 198, Examination of a remnant of the cranial base exhibits a fracture ofthe eribrform plate, Damage to this area typically results in which of the following conditions? “Tunnet" vision Loss of sense of taste Loss of sense of smell Damage to optic chiasm Damage to speech areas moom> 199, Examination of a portion of the left mandible shows a torn piece of muscle attached on the medial side near the angle of the mandible. ‘This is which ofthe following muscles? Buccal Masseter Temporalis Medial pterygoid Inferior head of the pterygoid moow> 200. One piece of examined soft tissue contains ebvious glandular tissue. Histological ‘examination reveals that itis composed of purely serous acini, This is MOST likely which’ ‘of the following glands? Buccal Parotid Sublingual ‘Submandioular Posterior palatal moog> WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED THIS EXAMINATION BOOKLET, TURN IN THE ORIGINAL (TOP) ANSWER SHEETS TO THE TEST ADMINISTRATOR YOU MAY KEEP THE EXAMINATION BOOKLET AND THE CANDIDATE'S COPY OF THE TWO ANSWER SHEETS. arta Assceation, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations Alsights reserved, Reprinted by permissionNATIONAL BOARD COMPREHENSIVE PART | PILOT EXAMINATION TEST KEY Discipi tem Key __item N iscipli lem Key 7___ [Biochemistry Physiology A 31 [Denial Anatomy & Occlusion a 2__|Microbiology Pathology o '52__[Analomic Sciences Cc '3_[Dental Anatomy & Occlusion ¢ 53 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 8 ‘4___[Anatomic Sciences. o 54 __ [Microbiology Pathology A '5___{Anatomic Sciences, A 55 [Anatomic Sciences E [6 [Microbioiogy-Pathology A 56 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A 7 Dental Anatomy & Occlusion | _C 57 [Microbiology Pathology c &__ [Biochemistry Physiology A 58 [Dental Anatomy & Ooctusion 8 ‘9___[Biochemistry-Physiology E 59 [Microbiology Pathology B 0 __[Microbiology-Pathoiogy c ‘60 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion D T1__[Anatomic Sciences A 61 __|Biochernistry-Physiology D 12__[Dental Anatomy & Occlusion D ‘62__[Biochemistry-Physiology c 13” [Microbiology-Pathology o ‘63 [Anatomic Sciences E 14 [Biochemistry Physiology Cc (64 Anatomic Sciences c 15 [Anatomie Sciences € ‘65 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion. B 716 [Blochemistry-Physiology D |___ 66 |Blochemistry-Physiology E "17__[Microbioiogy-Pathoiogy A ‘67 [Anatomic Sciences A 18 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion D 68 [Dental Anatorny & Occlusion E 19 [Dental Anatomy & Ocolusion 6 (68 [Biochernisiry-Physiology 3 20 __|Microbiology-Pathology E 70___[Biochemistry-Physiology E 21 |Biochemistry-Physioiogy c Ti [Dental Anatomy & Ocoiusion D 22 [Anatomic Sciences Cc 72__|Microbiology-Pathology _ Cc 23 [Anatomic Sciences D 73 [Microbiology Pathology B 24 [Dentel Anatomy & Ooclusion D 74__(Anatomic Sciences DB 25 [Microbiology Pathology E 75___|Biochernistry-Physioiogy. Cc 26 [Biochemistry Physiology — B. 76___[Dental Anatomy & Occlusion B 27 (Anatomic Sciences c Tr___[icrobloiogy-Pathology — 5 26__[Anatomic Sciences o 78 [Blochemistry-Physiology 5 29 [Biochemistry Physiology 8 73 [Anatomie Sciences, E '30__ [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A ‘20 [Denial Anatomy & Occlusion é 31 [Microbiology Pathology A '81__ [Microbiology-Pathology [—E [32 |Microbiology-Pathology c ‘82 [Blochemistry-Physiology c '33__ [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion c ‘83 [Biochemisiry-Physiology c '34 [Anatomic Sciences E ‘84 [Anatomic Sciences A '35___[Microbioiogy Pathology D 85 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion D 36__[Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A ‘86 __[Microbiology-Pethoiogy E '37__[Anatomic Sciences D [87 TBiochemistry-Physiology D ‘38 [Anatomic Sciences B 88 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion € '39__|Biochemistry- Physiology _ c 89___[Anatomic Sciences Cc ‘40 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion: D ‘90 |Microbiology-Pethology B | 41 |Microbiology-Pathology D ‘91 [Biochemistry-Physiology C 42__ [Biochemistry Physiolog Cc ‘82 [Dental Anatomy 8 Occlusion, B “43 [Microbiology-Pathology D ‘93 |Microbiology-Pathology A ‘44__ [Microbiology Pathology c ‘94 [Biochemistry-Physiology D ‘45__ [Biochemistry Physiology ¢c ‘55 |Biochemistry-Physiology” B “46___[Blochemistry-Physiology E ‘96 [Anatomic Sciences A “47 [Anatomic Sciences, E ‘97 [Microbiology-Pathology_ c “48__|Anatomic Sciences. ¢ ‘98 [Blochemistry-Physiology E 49 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion c ‘99 [Biochemisty- Physiology c 50 |Microbiology-Pathology D 7100 |Microbiology-Pathology D ‘© 2008 American Dental Assocation, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permissionNATIONAL BOARD COMPREHENSIVE PART | PILOT EXAMINATION TEST KEY tem No. Discipline item Key __ item No. Discipline Item Key “T0i__[Anatomic Sciences 151 [Microbiology Pathology "102" [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion “162 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion “103 [Anatomic Sciences. 153___[Blochemistry-Physiology — 104 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion, 154 [Anatomic Sciences 105 [Microbiology-Pathology 155 _ |Microbiology-Pathology 108 [Biochemistry-Physiolog 7156 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion “107 [Anatomic Sciences 157 | Microbiology Pathology “106 __[Biochemistry-Physiology 158 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 108 [Microbiology Pathology 150 |Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 110__[Microbiology-Pathology — “160_—_[ Biochemistry Physiology | “411 [Biochemistry-Physiology 161 _[Biochemistry-Physiology 412 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 162___|Blochemistiy Physiology 113 [Anaiomic Sciences 763__|Analomic Sciences E 4 Anatomic Sciences 164 [Microbiology-Pathology_ 7115 [Biochemistry Physiology _ 165 [Anatomic Sciences 116 _[Biochemistry-Physiology 165 _ [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion “17__[Microbiology-Pathology 4167 {Anatomic Sciences 418 [Dental Anatomy & Occhision 168 [Biochemistry Physiology. 118 {Anatomic Sciences 169 Anatomic Sciences 120__|Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 170 [Anatomic Sciences “121 |Microbiology-Pathology 71 {Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 122 [Biochemistry-Physiology ‘172 Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 123 [Anatomic Sciences 173 [Biochemisiry- Physiology 124 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 174 [Microbiology Pathology 425 [Microbiol jogy _| 175 [Biochemistry-Physiology 7126 [Biochemistry-Physioi 7176 [Biochemistry Physiol 127 — [anatomic Sances 177 —|uerobilogy Panay 128 [Biochemistry Physiology 178 [Anatomic Sciences 128 [Dental Anatomy & Gcclusion ‘173 |Anatomic Sciences 130 [Anatomic Sciences 180 |Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 131 _|Biochemistry- Physiology. 781 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 7132 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion | 182 | Biochemistry-Physiology 133 [Microbiology-Pathology 483 Biochemistry Physiology 134 [Microbiology Patholog “184 [Biochemistry Physiology 135 [Anatomic Sciences 185 [Anatomic Sciences 136 [Dental Anatomy & Oocusien | [ies ficebttog-Panotoy 137__Anatomic Sciences 187__ [Biochemistry Physiology 138 [Microbiology-Patholo “188 [Anatomic Sciences 139___|Microbiology-Pathology — 189 _ [Anatomic Sciences. [140 —[Biochemistry-Physiology “190 — [Anatomic Sciences 141 [Anatomic Sciences 191 [Dental Anatomy & Occusion 142 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 192 |Anatomic Sciences 143 [Microbiology-Pathology 7183 [Anatomic Sciences 144 [Dental Anatomy & Occhision 7194 [Denial Anatomy & Occlusion 145 —_[Microbiology-Pathology 7195 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion. 146 __|Biochemistry-Physiology “195 [Biochemistry Physiology 147 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 197 [Anatomic Sciences 148 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion 198 [Anatomic Sciences 149 |Microbiology-Pathology 199_ [Anatomic Sciences 150 [Anatomic Sciences. 200 [Anatomic Sciences 1m} m] 0} a} o}m}o] 9} cp 00|>|mm] |r| O10} >|m]>|m| >|] 0] 0] ]00]0]m]>|o}m| mf] on} >| | | O[0}>|m|>|m|mlo}o|mlo}o]O}>|}a}m|a}a}o]0/0]>{m|mla}ola|>a}ex|>lo]o/mlolalolala}a}>|mlalmimlolojol Lom) >]o]o]m|m}0|>|>|>Lo] >) pitt (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Allright reserved. Reprinted by permissionTest J-L 2004 Puor Exam Paet ae201 202. 203. 204, 205. ‘The posterior belly of the digastric is supplied by which ofthe following nerves? A Vagus B. Facial C. Trigeminal D. Cervical spinal E. Inferior alveolar ‘Which of the following pairs of amino acids is + expected to be found on the interior of a globular protein? A. Lysine and arginine B. Arginine and leucine G. Leucine and valine D. Valine and glutamic acid E. Glutamic acie and lysine Which of the following conditions might be an inital manifestation of early, acute HIV infection? A. Kaposi's sarcoma 8. Wasting syndrome ©. Oral hairy leukoplakia D. — Mononucleosis-like syndrome E. Pneumocystis cannii pneumonia ‘Which of the following primary teeth has a distinctly prominent facial cervial ridge that ‘makes it diferent from other teeth? ‘A. Maxillary canine B. Mandibular canine C.— Mandibular first molar D. Maxillary second molar E. Maxillary central incisor ‘An anemic incividual is expected to have hich of the following coneitions in systemic arterial blood? Oxygen tension —_Qwvaen content A. Elevated Normal B. Elevated Reduced ©. Reduced Normat BL Normal Reduced E. Reduced Reduced (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on Nati 206. 207. 208. 209. ‘The horizontal plane diagram below shows each of the following components of mangibular movement EXCEPT one. Which ‘one fs this EXCEPTION? ‘A. Vertical component of the movement from retruded contact position (1) to intercuspal position (2) Horizontal component of movement from retruded contact position (1) t0 Intereuspal position (2) ©, Anterior component of movement from intercuspal position (2) to maximum protrusive position (4) ©. Lateral component of movement from rettuded contact position (1) to intercuspal position (2) E, _ Mandisular movements occurring laterotrusively Inthe presence of sucrose, Streptococcus ‘mutans preduces forms. very long chains of cocci regular diploid pairs rather than chains. deposits of a gummy polysaccharide called glucan. avery thick wall of muramic acid and mucopeptide substances. pomp Which of the following properties do mast cells ‘and basophils have in common? Found in blood Develop from lymphocytes Secrete heparin and histamine Decrease during time of infection ‘Migrate to line the inside of blood vessels moomp Protein and RNA synthesis occur in each of the following phases ofthe cell cycle EXCEPT one. ‘Which one is this EXCEPTION? G a 8 @ M moom> ional Dental Examinations. Al rights resorved. Reprinted by permission210. Each of the following is attributable to hepatic failure EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Tremor : B. Gynecomastia C. Mallory bodies D.—Hypoalbuminemia E, Spider telangiectasia 211, As viewed from the lingual, the lingual cusp of ‘a maxillary first premolar is inclined A. distally. * B. — mesially. ©. distofaciatly. D. —_mesiolingually. E, directly over the center mesiocistally. 212. Gram-positive cell walls dtfer rom gram- negative cell walls in that gram-positive cell walls uniquely contain teichoic acids. lipopolysaccharides. acie-fast lipids. endotoxins. Pome 213. The main routo of calcium excretion from a normal human adult is urine, sweat. saliva feces. tears moOm> 214, The parotid duct crosses the temporalis. facial artery masseter muscle. zygomaticus major. lateral pterygoid. moomE 215, The cusp of Carabelli occurs with sufficient frequency to be considered normal in which of the following molars? Primary maxillary first Primary maxillary second Mandibular frst Maxillary second pop> (@ 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al ghts reserved. Reprinted by permission. 220, The occlusal view of a normal dental arch 216. Which ofthe following temporomandibular joint ligaments restricts the movement of the isc away from the condyle during function? A. Discal 8. Stylomandibular ©. Temporomandibular D. — Sphenomandibular 217, A patient who has anemia, poorly localized ‘abdominal pain, and wrist and foot drop probably is manifesting a toxic state induced by which of the following? Heroin Cocaine Bismuth Mercury Lead moom> 218, Which of the following is a ketone body? . wi A Glycerol 8. Glucagon ©. Acatyl CoA D. —Acotoacetate E, —Phosphatidyichotine 219, Inorganic crystals in enamel have their long axes parallel to the rods in which of the following? ‘A. Genters of the bodies of the rods only B. Periphery of the bodies of the rods. only C. Bodies of the rods and deviating increasingly in the tails D. Tails of the rods and deviating increasingly from the centers of the bodies to the periphery E. —Talls of the rods and deviating increasingly from the periphery of the bodies to the centers ‘segment is shown below. The arrow points to which of the folowing mancibular teeth? A. Primary right first molar Primary let fist molar 8 ©. Permanent right frst premolar D. Permanent left second premolar» 201. 202. 208. 204. 205. ‘The posterior belly ofthe digastric is supplied by which of the following nerves? Vagus Facial Trigeminal Cervical spinal Inferior alveolar moog> ‘Which of the following pairs of amino acids is expected to be found on the interior of a globular protein? Lysine and arginine Arginine and leucine Leucine and valine Valine and glutamic acid Glutamic acid and lysine moOm> ‘Which of the following conditions might be an intial menifestation of early, acute HIV infection? Kaposi's sarcoma Wasting syndrome Oral hairy leukoplakia Mononucleosis-like syndrome Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia moogp Which ofthe following primary teeth has a distintly prominent facial cervical ridge that ‘makes it diferent from other teeth? Maxillary canine Mandibular canine Mandibular frst molar Maxillary second molar Maxillary central incisor moom> {An anemic individual is expected to have whieh of the following conditions in systemic arterial blood? Qwygen tension Oxygen content A. Elevated Normal B. Elevated Reduced C. Reduced Normal D. Normal Reduced E. Reduced Reduced 208. 207. 208. 209. ‘The horizontal plane diagram below shows ‘each of the following components of mandibular movement EXCEPT one. Which cone is this EXCEPTION? A. Vertical component of the movement from retruded contact position (1) to interouspal position (2) Horizontal component of movement from retruded contact position (1) to intercuspal position (2) ©. Anterior component of movement from intercuspal position (2) to maximum protrusive position (4) D. Lateral component of movement from retruded contact position (1) to intercuspal position (2) E, _ Mandloular movements occurring laterotrusively Inthe presence of sucrose, Streptococcus mutans preduece Ltorms. very long chains of cocci. regular diploid pairs rather than chains. deposits of a gummy polysaccharide called glucan. avery thick wall of muramie acid and ‘mucopeptide substances. pope Which of the following properties do mast cells and basophils have in common? Found in blood Develop from iymphooytes Secrete heparin and histamine Decrease during time of infection Migrate to line the inside of blood vessels moop> Protein and RNA synthesis occur in each of the following phases of the call cycle EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A Ge BG . 8 DG eB M ‘© 2008 American Dental Aesocaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. lights reserved. Reprinted by permission.SESE 221 222, 223, 224, 225. The presence of mamelons in a 10-year-old 226, patient suggests which ofthe following conditions?” A. Fluorosis B. Malnutrition ©. Maltformation D. Anterior open bite E, Retained primary teeth Which of the following pathogens is MOST often associated with infective endocarditis? 227. A. Pnoumacocei B. Group A stroptocecei C. Group B streptococci D. —achemolytic streptococci E. fehemolytc streptococci Which of the following coenzymes is required for the eynthesis of pyrimidines, such as thymine? 228. A. Niacin B. Thiamine C. Folic acid D. Riboflavin FE. Pyridoxine Each of the following venous channels has direct connections with the pterygoid venous plexus EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? 229. A. Maxillary voin B. Vertebral vein ©. Deep facial vein D. —Infraorbital vein E. Posterior superior alveolar vein Vitamin C deficiency primarily affects which of 230. the following tissues? Hematopoietic Connective Epithelial Muscular Nervous moomp In the upper limb, which ofthe following represent a hallmark of lymphatic vessels? Contain valves Follow the veins Always travel in pairs ‘Only found on the anterior surface of the limb Contain fenestrations to allow passage Of fluids into the interstitium m pop> When viewed from the incisal aspect, each of the following features of an incisor is visible EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Cinguium Lingual fossa Cervical line Marginal ridges Mesiofacial developmental depression moo@> Each of the following is expected to be active uring fatty acid biosynthesis EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Tricarboxylie acid cycle Pyruvate dehycrogonaco ‘Amino acid catabolism Beta oxidation Glycolysis moog> Pain in inflamed tissues is associated with the release of which ofthe following mediators? Histamine Serotonin Bradykinin Leukotrienes Complement components moop> Which of the following cranial nerves contains parasympathetic components? Faciat ‘Abducens Trigeminal Hypogiossal Spinal accessory mpom> ‘© 2008 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Alights reserved, Reprinted by permission,231. 232. 238. 234, 235. 236, © 2005 American Dental I" e, In an ideal intercuspal position, the mesiotacial groove of a mandibular first molar opposes Which par of the maxilary first molar? Tip of the distofacial cusp Tip of the mesiofacial cusp Triangular ridge of the distofacial cusp ‘Triangular ridge of the mesiofacial cusp gop Which of the following represents genes that often encode proteins necessary for antibiotic resistance, and that can change positions on & ‘chromosome or "jump" from a plasmid toa chromosome? |. Tryptophan operon B. — Lysogens ©. Prophage D. Transposon Which of the following BEST describes the ‘major function of histones? A. Unwind DNA. B. Activate genes, C. Stabilize DNA in a compact form. D. Remove exons during RNA splicing. E. Stabilize RNA during transcription. The thyrocervical trunk is comprised of the Inferior thyrui, the transverse cervieal antory, and the vertebral suprascapular. dorsal scapular. superior thyroid ascending pharyngeal moomp Under physiolagic conditions, the LOWEST partial pressure of oxygen is found in expired air, alveolar air. venous blood. arterial blood. nowmal atmosphere air. moom> ‘The condyle on the laterotrusive side generally rotates about a A, sagittal axis only. horizontal axis only. ©. horizontal axis and translates laterally. D. vertical axis and translates laterally ni 237. 238, 239. 240. 2at. J Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations Al ights reser Each of the following diseases is transmitted from person to person by droplets or droplet spray EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Condyloma acuminatum Whooping cough Meningitis Diphtheria Pneumonia moo@> Which of the following bones forms the roof of the orbit? A. Zygomatic B Maxi . Palatine D. — Sphenoid E. Frontal Which of the following describes sebaceous lands of the skin? A. They are associated with hair follicies and are derived from ectoderm. B. They serve a secretory function in conjunction with Pacinian corpuscles, ©. They secrete a serous material by the meroerine method, D. They yield a salty secretion and are derived from mesoderm. ‘The first step in the pathway for fatty acid synthesis is catalyzed by an allosteric enzyme which is the principal regulator of the pathway. This enzyme is thiolase, pyruvate carboxylase. bitrate synthetase acety| CoA carboxylase. pyruvate dehydrogenase. moom> Which ofthe following is a major disadvantage of ethylene oxide sterilization? Difficult to obtain Very toxic to humans Requires high temperatures (160° Causes corrosion of metal instruments Causes discoloration of clear plastic objects moOO@> Jed, Reprinted by permission. 25242. 243, 245. 246. What testh occlude with only one opposing toot? Maxillary canines Mandibular lateral incisors Mandibular central incisors Maxillary frst premolars Mandibular third molars moog> Endochondral ossification occurs in the formation of| all bones. flat bones, Jong bones, elastic cartilage. mesenchymal sheets, moop> . Which of the following represents the MOST ‘common cause of bronchitis and pneumonia in infants? Measles virus Cytomegalovirus Influenza virus Herpes simplex virus Respiratory syncytial ius moogp> The developmental groove between the distofacial cusp and the distal cusp of a ‘mandibular frst motar is the facial distal distofacial mmesiofacial distal oblique. moom> Which of the following represents the anterior boundary of the mandioular fossa of the temporal bone? Styloid process Articular eminence Petrotympanic fissure External auditory meatus ‘Mastoid process of temporal bone moom> 247. 248, 249, 250. ‘The development of which ofthe following types of riepatitis depends on the hast having been previously infected with hepatitis B Hepatitis A Hepatitis C Hepatitis D Hepatitis E Hepatitis G moop> Ciyeose-6-phosphatase i ound associated wilh wich of he folowing? Kidneys and liver Liver and muscles Kidneys and brain Kidneys and muscles pomp The osteoclast originates from which of the following? A. Monocyte B. Osteccyte C. Osteoblast D. Neutrophil E. —Bone-lining cell Which of the following permanent roots is thin mesiodistaly, wide faciolingually, and concave on both mesial and distal surfaces? Maxillary central incisor Mandibular central incisor Mandibular second premolar Facial root of a maxillary frst premolar Lingual root of a maxillary frst molar moow> 251. The catabolism of which ofthe following results 252. In no energy production in the form of ATP? Lipie Protein Nucleotide Carbohydrate pow>r Recovery from an infection with mumps virus confers lifelong immunity. This describes which of the feliowing types of immunity? Innate Natural active Natural passive Artilicial active Atificial passive moogp (© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al ights reserved, Reprinted by permission.253, 254. 255. 256. 287. Which of the following represents the structure in the maxillary alveolar bone that maxillary premolar roots occasionally penetrate? Antrum Nasal septum Frontal sinus 2ygomatic arch Mandibular fossa moom> The mylohyoid ridge (line) is found on which ofthe following portions of the mandible? Coronoid Neck Ramus Condyle Body moow> Which of the following represents the portion of the bacterial endotoxin molecule that is MOST responsible for its toxic activity? Lipid a Protein A antigen Core polysaccharide vome Which of the following BEST describes restriction enzymes? Exonucleases Topoisomerases Enzymes that degrade RNA Non-specific endonucleases Site-specific endonucleases moom> ‘The contact areas of anterior teeth are incisal to the middle thirds in each ofthe following EXCEPTone. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Distal contact of the maxillary canine B. — Mesial contact of the maxillary canine 6. Mesial contact of the maxillary lateral D. —Mesial contact of the mandibular lateral E. Distal contact of the mandibular lateral incisor 258. 259, 260. 281. 262. 263. Proteins for extracellular use can be synthesized in which of the following structures? Nucleolemma Mitochoncria Heterochromatin Rough endoplasmic reticulum ‘Smooth endoplasmic reticulum moop> Which of the following types of blotting can be sed to idantity DNA restriction fragments? A. Eastern 5. Southern ©. Northern DB. Western The unique amino acid composition of collagen is reflected in the high content of valina, threonine, and lysine. desmosine, glycine, and proline. cysteine, tyrosine, and phenylalanine, glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. eysteine, hydroxylysine, and proline. moom> Which of the following represents the type of ‘maxillofacial bone graft having the BEST chance of success? A Isogratt B. — Homograft C. Allograft D. —Autogratt E. — Xenograft Which of the following represents a risk factor for the development of endometrial carcinoma? Herpes simplex virus infection Endometriosis Multiple leiomyomas Multiple pregnancies Hyperestrogenism moog>y Which of the following vitamins is essential for the normal elaboration and maintenance of bone matrix, carllage, and dentin? Niacin Vitamin & Ascorbie acid Pantothenic acid goer © 2005 American Dental Asscciation, Joint Commission on National Dantal Examinations. All ight reserved. Reprinted by permission,284, 265. 266. 267. 268. Caleium stimulates muscle contraction. Its effect is mediated through binding to which of the following? Actin Tropomyosin Troponin | Troponin Sarcoplasmic reticulum moom> Which of the following features helps to distinguish a maxillary lateral incisor from @ ‘mandibular lateral incisor? The maxillary lateral has a thinner incisal ridge. 2 crown more twisted on the root. ‘a more pronounced lingual fossa. 2 root that is flattened mesiocistally. ‘4 mesioincisal angle that is sharper. moom» ‘The arrow in the illustration below represents the path taken by an opposing cusp. Which of the following is the cusp and mandibular movement indicated by the arrow? ‘A. Facial cusp of a second premolar, retrusive B. — Mesiotacial cusp of a first molar, protrusive Mesiotacial cusp of a second molar, laterotrusive Distofacial cusp of a first molar, protrusive ° Which of the following produce surfactant? Monocytes Clara cells, Goblet cells ‘Type | pneumocytes Type Il pneumooytes moouy Each of the following fluids is considered one that can transmit HIV EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A Semen B Serum C. Saliva D. Amniotic fluid E, Breast nik When compared to a mavillay first molar, the roots of a maxillary second molar are longer. ‘are more divergent. are fewer in number. have less potential for fusion. are greater in distal inclination, moom> In right aterotrusive movement, the lingual cusp of a maxillary right second premolar passes through which of the following ‘mandibular structures? A. . Facial groove of the right first molar B. "Lingual groove of the right first molar C. — Embrasure between tha right frst premolar and the right second premolar D. Emibrasure between the right second premolar and the right fst molar ‘Which of the following is the MOST appropriate sterilization method for a heatiabile item to be usedin a surgical procedure? A Dry heat 8 Autoclaving C. Ethylene oxide ©. Saturated chemical vapor E. Immersion in chemical sterilant ‘The primary function of the anterior portion of the temporalis muscle is to elevate the mandible only. protrude the mandible only, elevate and retrude the mandible. help stabilize the articular disc. move the mandible to the contralateral side. moom> Bile salts are sodium salts of bile acid that are ‘conjugated with A, cysteine and serine. B. taurine and glycine. C. methionine and lysine. D. homocysteine and ornithine. {© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on Nationsl Dental Examinations, Allsights reserved. Reprinted by permission278, 278. 276. 277. In order for RNA oncogenic viruses to be integrated into the host genome, they must possess translation enzymes. restriction endonuclease, DNA.dependent RNA polymerase, RNA-dependent DNA polymerase. pomp On the jingual crown surface of maxillary canines, which of the following is the structure located immediately mesial to the distolingual fossa? Cingulum Lingual ridge Mesiolingual fossa Mesial marginal ridge Distal marginal ridge moow> In which ofthe following structures are glycoproteins assembled for extracellular use? Nucleolemma Polyribosomes Golgi apparatus Rough endoplasmic reticulum Smooth endoplasmic reticulum moom> Which of the following statements BEST describes the strength of cardiac muscle contraction? Itis ‘A. cecreased when extracelular Ca** is Increased. B. increased when extracellular Ca** is Increased. ©. mainly regulates by vagal impulses, D. unaffected by extracliular Cat E, mainly rogutated by hear rate. (Osygen-dependent kiling of bacteria by neutrophils involves each of the following EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Suparoxide Coliagenaso IMycioporoxidase: Hydrogen peroxide NADP dehycrogenase moom> 279, 280. 281 282, 283. Which of the following are the teeth whose ‘masticatory function is primarily biting? A, Incisors and canines B. _Incisors and premolars ©. Canines and premolars D. —Premolars and molars Which of the following represents the ‘predominant serum immunoglobulin found during a memory response? A IgA Bled Ce D. IgG EB siga, Which of the following mechanisms operates in iver cells to regulate breakdown of glycogen? A, Zymogen activation B. Phosphorylation of phosphorylase b to phosphorylase a ©. Induction of phosphorylase b by an inducer D. Inhibition of adenylate cyclase Which of the following structures can be palpated by way of the external auditory acoustic) meatus? Zygomatic arch Mandibular notch Lateral pterygoid muscle Corcnoid process of the mandible Posterior aspect of the mandibular condyle moom> Which main product of protein nitrogen ‘metabolism is found in human urine? Urea Ammonia Creatine Uric acia Creatinine moom> © 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al rights reserved, Reprinted by permission,224, 285. 288. 287. 288. Which of the following nerves travels from the 229, carotid triangle into the submandibular tangle of the neck? Lingual Hypogiossal Great auricular Ansa cervicalis Recurrent laryngeal moOD> Which of the following best reprasants the structure on the crown of the maxillary canine ‘which normally fies directly distal to the mesiolingual fossa? Lingual ridge 230, Distal fossa Distolingual fossa Distal marginal ridge Mesial marginal ridge moop> Which of the following organisms causes 2 granulomatous, tuberculosis-lke infection? Aspergillus fumigatus ‘Microsporum audouini Epidermophyton floccosum Trichophyton schoenteini moom> ‘Stimulation of the posterior hypothalamus by a reduction in core temperature will produce which of the following? Panting Sweating Vomiting Shivering Vasodilation 292. moow> Each of the following structures i found in the posterior mediastinum EXCEPT one. Which fone is this EXCEPTION? Vagus nerve Phrenic nerve Thoracic duet Greater splanchnic nerve Sympathetic chain ganglia moop> Histoplasma capsulatum 201. When an adult with normal occlusion moves the mandible from maximum intercuspation to right lateral relation, which of the following cusps of maxillary left teeth moves through the facial embrasure between the mandibular lait premolars? Cusp Tooth, A, Lingual First premolar 8 Facial Second premolar cc. Lingual Second premolar 5, Mesiofacial First molar E. _Distofacial First molar A patient has a periapical abscess and a history of hypersensitivity to penicilin. Which Of the following antimicrobial agents might be the preferred alternative for this patient?” Amoxicillin Azithromycin Tetracycline Cephalosporin Nystatin moop> Which of the following compounds is a precursor ofthe pigments of the skin, hair, and eyes? Tyrosine Cysteine Lysine Creatine Galactosamine moop> Intelligence and sensory-motor functions of a patient appear to be intact. However, the patient lacks sel-ciscipline and has exhibited anti-social behavior. He is unable to plan for the future or to organize behaviors into logical sequences. A lesion in which of the following areas is likely? A. Frontal lobe B. Occipital obo C.—Intemal capsule D. Temporal lobe Parietal ibe (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission an National Dental Examinations. Al ighis reserved, Reprinted by permission,299. Which of the following organs secretes insulin like growth factor 1 (IGF-1), and what stimulates this secretion? ‘A, Anterior pituitary, increasing IGF-RH in the blood 8. Anterior pituitary, increasing GRH in the blood Kidney, increasing growth hormone in the blood Liver, increasing growth hormone in the blood €, Liver, increasing TSH in the blood 204, Edema as a result of a hemodynamic disorder ‘commonly occurs in each of the following locations EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Lungs B Brain ©. Subcutaneous tissues D. Peritoneal cavity & Pancreas 295. The tissue present between the articulating bones of the temporomandibular joint is called the A attcular dise. B. fibrous capsule. ©. synovial membrane, D, joint capsule. E, — bilaminar zone, 296, The progression from a healthy gingival ‘sulcus to gingivitis is associated with a shift towards gram-positive cocci gram-negative anaerobic rods. gram-positive filamentous rods. gram-negative anaerobic cocci ‘gram-positive facultative cocci moom> 297. 288. 299, 300. 31 Which of the following enzymas synthesizes polynucleotide chains from nucleotides and does NOT require a primer chain? Ligase Exonuctease Endanuclease DNA polymerase NA polymerase mooe> Which of the following structures travels just posterior to the arch of the azygos vein? Hemiazygos vain Right vagus nerve Left vagus nerve Right iymphatic duct Greater splanchnic nerve moogp ‘An infection spreading by way of the lymphatic system trom the vermiform appendix fist enters the blood stream at the A. renal vein. 8. —_appendicular vein. ©. inferior vena cava, D. brachiocephalic vein, E, intemal thoracic vein. Which of the following describes a major effect of sickle cell anemia? ‘A. Absence of biphosphoglycerate binding of hemoglobin B, Substitution of 2 proximal histidines ©. Decreased solubility of the deoxy form of hemoglobin D. Ago value for hemoglobin similar to that of myoglobin Decreased number of subunits in hemoglobin 1© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dantal Examinations. All rights reserved, Reprinted by permission.301. 302, 303. 308, 305. Human infection with Histoplasma capsulatum 306, is usually a result of A. inhaling contaminated ai. B. drinking contaminated water. C. ingesting contaminated food, D. direct human-toshuman contact, direct animal-to-human contact. From a frontal view, which of the following 307, describes the plane of occlusion of the ‘mandibular arch in a normal dentition? A. tis flat Btls aconvex curve. C. tis a concave curve. 1. tis the result of uniform perpendicular alignment ofthe teeth. ‘An abnormal increase in blood pressure in a 308. healthy person will RESUL Tin an increased number of impulses traveling to the heart over which of the following nerves? A Vagus nerves 8. Sympathetic nerves ©. Branches of thoracic nerves ©. Branches of the trigeminal nerve E. Branches of the glossopharyngeal nerve Which of the following hormones exerts the LEAST effect on caicium metabalism of bone 308. tissue? A. Androgen B Estrogen ©. Norepinephrine D. Thyroid hormone E, Parathyroid hormone Which of the following types of bronchogenic carcinoma is MOST commonly associated 310. with paraneoplastic syndrome? ‘Small cell carcinoma Large cell carcinoma Mesothelioma Adenocarcinoma pomy Which of the following teeth normally has the longest root? Maxillary canine Mandibular canine Maxillary central incisor Mandibular first premolar Maxillary second premolar mooge Tooth erosion in bulimic patients is due to hyposalivation hypersalivation, action of pepsin ‘excessive fluoride intake. Solubility of hydroxyapatite in acid moom> Which of the following represents the basis for the topical application of fluorides in dental caries prevention? A. Fluoride penetrates the ename! through the lamellae. 8. Keratin content of the enamel is made ‘more insoluble. ©. Fluoride coats the tooth forming a Lnitorm protective barrier ©. The primary cuticle, being less calcified, absorbs the fluoride E, Acid solubiliy of te surface enamels reduced by the fluoride Which of the following statements describes ‘an example of innate immunity? A. Anallergic reaction to insect venom B. The classical pathway of complement ©. The destruction of virus-infected calls by Tiller cells D. The production of IgG in response to insect venom E. Phagocytosis of microbes by neutrophils and macrophages Which of the following mancioular molar proximal crown surfaces normally exhibits the LARGEST size? Mesial of the frst Distal of the first Mesial of the second: Distal of the second Mesial of the third moom> {© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. Al sights easerved. Reprinted by posmisson,tt. 312, 313, 314. 218, 316, {© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. All ights reserved. Reprinted by permission. Ina CUSP TO FOSSA contacting relationshi in 317. intercuspal position, the maxillary first premolar is MOST likely to articulate with which of the following mandibular teeth? A. Lateral incisor 8 Lateral incisor and canine C. First premolar D. Canine and first premolar E. First premolar and second premolar Which of the following has the LEAST ability 318. to regenerate? A. Bone B Liver ©. Striated muscle D. Collagen E, Smooth muscle Which of the following represents normal glucose clearance? 319, A. amgimin B. 44 mgimin ©. 125 mgimin D. 600 mg/min ‘There is a distinct change in the type of surface epithelium at the junction of the ‘A, ileum and colon, 8) fundus and pylorus. 320. ©. duodenum and jejunum, ©. stomach and esophagus. E, oropharynx and esophagus. A patient bites down rapidly on an unexpected hhard surface while chewing. Cessation of motor unit recruitment in jaw closing muscles is caused by stimulation of, ‘A, muscle spindles. B, mucosal mechanoreceptors. C. periodontal mechanareceptors. . nociceptors in the dental pulp. a Pulmonary edema and filing of the pleural cavity by a transudate is MOST suggestive of which of the following underlying diseases? Cor pulmonale Pulmonary embolism Pulmonic valve stenosis, ‘Tricuspid vaive prolapse Lott-sided heart falure moop> ‘The major grooves of the mandibular second ‘molar form which of the following patterns? H moow> y x Ifthe maxillary and mandibular incisors are in crossbite, then the contacting surfaces, during ‘maximum intercuspation, would be ‘A. mandibular lingual and maxillary facial B. mandibular facial and maxillary facial C.—mandibuiar lingual and maxilary lingual. D. —mandioular facial and maxillary lingual Which of the following disorders is X-linked. recessive?” A. Neurofibromatosis B. Tuer syndrome C. Cystic fibrosis D. Marfan syndrome Hemophilia A Active transport systems generally involve ‘specific binding molecules that are classified asa A lpia | 8. protein. C. lipoprotein ©. carbohydrate E. phospholipid Which of the following structures directly develops fram the cells remaining in the remnants of the preovulatory folice after ovulation? A, Theca interna B. Corpus luteurn C.—Corpus albicans D. — Atretic fotlicle E, Interstitial lang322. 323, 328, 328. 326, 327. Which of the following provides the immediate energy source for the transport of glucose into intestinal epithelial cells? ‘A. NADH 8. NADPH ©. Nas gradient across the luminal membrane D. He gradiont across the luminal membrane ‘The biologic effect of exotoxin A produced by Pseudomonas aeruginosa is to 928, A. increase membrane permeability B. inactivate IgG. C. inhibit protein synthesis. D. increase levels of cAMP. E. inhibit ONA synthesis, As distinguished from a maxilary canine, a mandibular canine typically has 330. ‘A. a sharper facial cusp tip. 5. contact areas located more incisal. ©. amore pronounced cingulum. D. amore convex mesial border, when viewed facially Urolthiasis is associated with each of the following conditions EXCEPT one. Which one is thie EXCEPTION? Gout Hypertension Hypercalcemia Renal infection Hyperparathyroidism 331. moom> An action potential initiated at the midpoint along the length of an axon will not propagate, propagate towards the soma. propagate towards the nerve ending, propagate towards bath the soma and the nerve ending, pomp 332, {In which ofthe following are tonofibrls and desmosomes especially well-developed? Neurons Fibroblasts Amelobiasts Odontoblasts Keratinocytes moomp 328, Which of the following calls are responsible for delayed-type hypersensitivity (Type IV hypersensitivity]? B calls, The cells B cells, neutrophils Thy cells, macrophages Mast colls, eosinophils IgE, mast cells, histamine moom> Which of the following teeth has ite mesial marginal ridge located more cervieally than its distal marginal ridge? Mandibular first premolar Maxillary first premolar Maxillary fiest molar Primary mandibular frst molar ‘Mandibular second molar moom> Which of the following represents the ridge on the occlusal surface of the maxillary fret molar that normally forms the distal boundary of the central fossa? Oblique Distal marginal Mesial marginal Mesial cusp ridges of the MF cusp Distal cusp ridges of the DF cusp moom> Which of the following characterizes a benign tumor arising from skeletal muscle? Leiomyoma Papilloma Rhabdomyoma Leiomyosarcoma Rhabdomyosarcoma moO@> The dentin of the crown of a tooth and that of the root differ in which of the following ways? A. Root dentin contains lacunae. 8. Root dentin is more highly calcified, €. Root dentin contains more tubules per oo Granular layer of Tomes is found primarily in the crown Primary curvatures of the tubules decrease in root dentin. m {© 2005 American Dental Associaton, Joint Commission an National Dantal Examinations, All rghts served. Reprinted by permission.933. Which of the following explains why an 338, increased filing of the ventricle during diastole ‘causes a more forceful heart beat? The increased ventricular volume A, diminishes the refractory period of the ventricle. B. increases end-diastolic fiber lonath. C. facilitates conduction in the heart. D. produces a less than optimal load. 334. Following prophylactic administration of amoxicillin, a patient becomes hypotensive 339. and itchy and is having difficulty breathing. Which of the following is MOST probably ‘occurring? A. CDé lymphocytes are secreting lymphokines resulting in edema, B. Amoxicillin reacts with IgE and activates cytotoxic T cells to release lymphokines. ©. IgG and complement are inducing the chemotaxis of neutrophils out of cote vessels, D. IgE bound to antigen results in histamine release from mast cells, 335. A transverse ridge results from the union of ‘A. Mesial and distal marginal ridges 8. Facial and lingual cusp ridges C. Facial and lingual triangular ridges D. Marginal and triangular E. Cusp ridge and triangular ridge P ridge ig la ent 338. Which of the following is MOST lkely to precede an impending atherosclerotic cerebral infarction? A, Angina pectoris B, Pulmonary emoolus C, Myocardial infarction D, Ruptured berry aneurysm E, Transient ischemic attacks 342, 837. The biologically active conformation of trimeric Geproteins requires the alpha-subunit to bind GDP. the alpha-subunit to bind GTP. the hydrolysis of BetaGammarsubunits the alpha-subunit to phosphorylate downstream targets. gom> {© 2005 American Dental Assccation, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, Al rights reserved. Reprinted by permission, During the life span of a multi rooted tooth, dentin continues to form MOST rapidly at hich of the folowing locations? A. Within the root canals B. _Atthe dentinoenamel junction . Floor and roof of the gulp chamber D. — Mesial and aistal walls of the pulp chamber E. Facial and lingual walls of the pulp chamber ‘The glomerular lesions in Immune complex Cisease result from deposition of which of the following? A IgE BIG c. TcR D. Histamine Interleukin Which of the following is normally exhibited by maxillary second premolars? A. Two roots B.A mesial coneavity of the crown ©. A facial crown contour that is greatly inlined to the lingual . A lingual height of contour in the cervical third of the crown E. A crown that is wider faciolinqually than mesiodistally The articular dise of the temporomandibular joint consists of ‘A. hyaline carttage. 8B. loose fibrous connective tissue, ©. an outer synovial ayer and an inner fibrous layer. D. dense fibrous connective tissue. E. an outer layer of mesothelium and an inner core of hyaline cartilage. Which of the following diseases is caused by fan agent that produces neither exotoxins nor endotoxins? Cholera Tetanus Brucellosis Gas gangrene Tuberculosis moop>344, 248. 347. Which of the following teeth might possess 348, three cusps? ‘A. Maxillary second premolar and maxillary first molar 8. Maxillary second premolar and mandibular first premolar ©. Maxillary frst molar and mandibular ‘second molar D. Maxillary second molar and mandibular first premolar E. — Maxillaty second molar and mandibular second premolar 249, Acioloblasts will orm enamel if which of the following cells are present? A. Stellate reticulum B. Stratum intermedium ©. Langerhans and Merkel D. Outer enamel epithelium E. Reduced enamel epithelium ‘A mandibular first molar usually has how many roots and canals? Boats Canals 350. A Two Two B. Two Three ©. Thee Two D. Thee Three In osteomalacia, bones are weak because of the failure of ast. A. remodeling of bone, B, bone mati formation. ©. osteoblast proliferation. D. bone matrix calcification. E. interstitial growth of cartlage, ‘The kidney dialysis machine is an example of which of the following mechanical systems? Sorting Cotransport Countereurrent Active transport pomp ‘The OLDEST enamel in a fully erupted first ‘molar is located at the cervix ofthe tooth, oral surface of a cusp. mesial and distal surfaces of the tooth, dentinoenamel junction underlying a cusp. dentinoename! junction underlying a fissure, m 999% Which of the following roots MOST likely has ‘wo canals? Facial root of the maxillary frst premolar Palatal root of the maxillary first molar Distofacial root of the maxilary first molar Mesiofacial root of the maxillary first molar E. Distal root of the mandibular frst motar 9 O@> Which of the following represents the term ‘characteristic ofa single disease"? A. Pathogenic B. Pathologic C. Idiopathic D. Iatrogenic E. —_Pathognomonie Each of the following statements correctly Gescribes similar characteristics of the chemical senses of taste and smell EXCEPT fone. Which one is this EXCEPTION? ‘A. Receptor cals are replaced regularly B. There are primary classes of taste and of odo, ©. Receptors are located on iia or mierovil a the apical ends of ces. D. Receptors initiate action potentials directly to respective cranial nerve sensory fibers. E. Molecules must be dissolved in salva ‘or mucus to interact with receptor membrane proteins. {© 2005 American Dental Asscciation, Joint Commision on National Dental Examinations. All ights reserved. Reprinted by permission.cee ceemenemeennncti ‘Test item #'s 362-368 refer to the following testlet. ‘A 42-year-old female with a history of ‘hyperparathyroidism presents with a complaint of bilateral pain in the temporomandibular joint on closing. She reports that her ears are occasionally “clogged”, and she sometimes experiences a "ringing" sensation, The dentist determines that these symptoms are related to her TWN condition. 362, Given her reported hyperparathyroidism, this Patient is likely fo show each ofthe following ‘signs or symptoms EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? Urolthiasis Elevated serum calcium Tetanic muscular convulsions Central giant-cell bone lesions Loss of lamina dura surrounding ‘muttiple teeth moom> 369. Which of the following will most likely be INCREASED in this patient? ‘A, Intestinal calcium absorption B. Intestinal organic phosphate absorption ©. Renal calcitriol production D. Renal calcium excretion E, Renal organic phasphate excretion 364. This patient will MOST likely be predisposed 10 which of the following? A. Muscle spasm B. Reduced serum Ca** levels ©. Increased osteoblastic activity D. _Inereased likelinood of bone fracture 365. Examination reveals diminished parotid salivation due to midale ear involvement. Which of the following nerves is MOST likely involved? A Facial B. Lesser petrosal ©. Greater petrosal D. Auriculotemparal &. —Chorda tympanic 366. In this patient, which of the following region Of the articular surface of the TMJ is unlike tobe present? Caleified cartilage Subarticular bone Proliferative zone Fibrous artiular layer Fibrocartilaginous zone moom> 367. If the patient's sensation of "clogged ears ‘due to pressure on the auditory tubes, then Which ofthe following nerves is providing this sensory innervation? Glossopharyngeal Lesser occipital Vestibulocochiear Zygomatic temporal Posterior deep temporal moOm> 368. This patient's feeling that her ears are “clogged” might be due to restricted function Cf wich of the following muscles? A. Digastiic B. Omohyoid ©. Temporais ©, Buceinater Tenaer E. voli palatini ee Test item #s 969-377 refer to the following testlet A 10-year-old female with a history of acute lymphoblastic leukemia is undergoing orthodontic treatment that is complicated by poor oral hygiene, Oral examination reveals generalized cervical plaque and enlargement of the gingiva, There is generalized bleeding on probing. 369. Each ofthe following statements correctly describes a clinical feature of this patient's leukemia EXCEPT one. Which one is this, EXCEPTION? ‘a, Multiple, acutely tender lymph nodes due to central nade ischemie necrosis. B, CNS infiltration related to headache, vomiting, and palsies. ¢. Bone pain secondary to leukemia infitration of the marrow and periosteum. D. Symptoms related to bone marrow suppression, including anemia and thrombocytopenia, (© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. All ighls reserved, Reprinted by permission,40 ‘Test item #'s 978-389 refer to the following testlet. ‘An 80-year-old female with a history of cardiovascular disease presents with a complaint of pain under her complete dentures when biting. She has worn them for 15 years, but seldom removes or cleans them, Removal of the dentures reveals ciffuse erythema of underlying mucosal tissue. Bone resorption is noted from detectable reduction in height of the alveolar ridges due to the ilefiting denture. 378. Each of the following statements correctly describes myocardial intarcion (Mi) EXCEPT fone, Which one is this EXCEPTION? A. Most acute Mis are caused by coronary artery thrombosis, B. Acute Mis the most common cause of death in industrialized nations. ©. Pain from Ml can usually be relieved by vasodilators such as nitroglycerin. D. Thrombolytic agents euch as streptokinase often limit the size of infarction E, Myocardial necrosis usually begins 20- 30 minutes after coronary artery occlusion, 379. When fully recined in the dental chair, the patient reports dificulty in breathing, This is MOST likely the direct result of which of the following? A. Hypoxia B. Angina pectoris C.—_Bronchoconstriction D. Carbon dioxide retention E, Congestive heart failure 380, The atherosclerotic condition ofthis patient's arteries likely involves hypertrophy of which of the following? A Tunica media 8 Tunica intima ©. Tunica adventitia D. Internal elastic membrane 381. 382, 383, 384. 385. Each of the following statements describes a characteristic feature of ischemic heart disease EXCEPT one. Which one is this EXCEPTION? ‘A Usually results from complete ‘occlusion of one or more coronary arteries. B. Represents an imbalance botween myocardial oxygen demand and available blood supply. ©. “Has a peak incidence in men over 60 years of age, and women over 70 years of age. D. Contributing factors include chronic hypertension and high levels of low density lipoproteins. Which of the following represents the MOST likely pathologie change in this patient's heart? Vegetations of the aortic valve Severe mitral valve thickening Hypertrophy of the eft ventricle Necrosis in the right ventricle Scaring in the left ventricle moom> ‘The patient's cardiovascular disease has resulted in chronic atrial fibrillation, Her physician has prescribed warfarin (Coumadin®) MOST likely to prevent stroke. hypertension. atherosclerosis. sudden carciac death, left ventricular hypertrophy, moog» The bone resorption seen in elderly patients with low dietary calcium is enhanced by which of the following hormones? Insulin Estrogen Aldosterone Thyroid stimulating hormone Parathyroid hormone moom> ‘Administration of a local anesthetic with epinephrine wil MOST likely produce which of the following cardiovascular effects? A. Increased heart rate B. Decreased heart rato C. Increased diastolic blood pressure D. Decreased systolic blood pressure {© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations. al rights reserve, Reprinted by permission.386, To minimize pain when biting, the patient moves her mandible to the right and chews ‘only on that side, Which of the following muscles primarily produces this mandibular movement? Right masseter Left temporais Right medial pterygoid Right lateral pterygoid Left lateral pterygoid moowp 387. Which of the following BEST describes the result of continued abrasion of the dentures fon the underlying alveolar mucose? Lining mucosa becoming masticatory Gingival mucosa becoming corthokeratinized Masticatory mucosa becoming parakeratinized COrthokeratinized mucosa becoming parakeratinized mo 0 wy 388, The patient's mandibular denture is determined to be pressing too far inferiorly, 50 that contraction of the muscular floor renders the denture unusable, Which of the following ‘muscles is responsible for this circumstance? Mentalis Mylohyoid Geniohyoid Genioglossus Medial pterygoid moom> 389, The new denture teeth have been set up so that the disto-buccal cusp of the mancibular first molar rests in the central fossa of the ‘maxillary frst molar. Which ofthe following BEST describes this occlusal classification? A Classi B. Class I, division | ©. Class I, division i D. Class i Lining mucosa becoming gingival mucosa 41 Testi 1m #'s 390. A patient with hepatitis C is scheduled for extraction of posterior teeth in the right lower quadrant due to advanced periodontal disease. Tooth #28 is abscessed and draining into medial soft tissue. Tooth #30 shows a large carious lesion and is painful 390. Infection with hepatitis C results ia liver dysfunction, which might decrease the liver’s ability to store glycogen. In adaition to the liver, which ofthe following is the other major site of glycogen storage? Brain Kidnoy ‘Smooth muscle Cardiac muscle ‘Skeletal muscle moony 301. Damage to the liver from hepatitis C infection might impair blirubin metabolism. Bilirubin is a product of which of the following pathwaye? Albumin synthesis Cholestero! synthesis Heme degradation (Copper degradation pomp 392, Death from advanced liver disease caused by hepatitis C infection is PRIMARILY due to which of the following? Inhibition of replication Inhibition of transcription Inhibition of urea synthesis Increase in serum glucose levels Inhibition of immunoglobulin production moog> 393. What is the MOST ikely outcome of this patient's hepatitis C? A. Development of chronic hepatitis B. Development of fulminant hepatitis C. Development of hepatocellular carcinoma, D. Asymptomatic carrer state, with normal serum transaminase £. Resolution, with eventual clearing of the virus (© 2008 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, All ights reserved. Reprinted by permission394, If the patient transmits the hepatitis C virus to the dentist, then it will MOST likely be via which of the following routes? pom> Oral-fecal Saliva contamination Inhalation of aerosols Contaminated needle stick 395. Microbial analysis reveals that the flora of the abscess of Tooth #28 concists predominantly cf P. gingivalis. The inflammation is caused primarily by which component of this microorganism? A 8. c. D. Exotexin Moretein Lipoteichoic acid Lipopolysaccharide 396. Which of the following is a possible lite- threatening sequela of the abscess of Tooth #28? moomy Allodynia Hyperaigesia Non-vital pulp Referred pain Ludwig's angina 997, Which of the following nerve fibers is primarily responsible for the sharp pain in Teath #30? A B. ¢. D. E. Aw AS AS 8 c 398. Ifthe patient decides to attempt to save Tooth #30, then it will require root canal therapy. Which of the following best describes the ‘MOST likely presentation of pulp canals in this tooth? A 8 c D Two canals, one in each root Three canals, two in the mesial root, and one in the distal root Three canals, one in the mesial root and two in the distal root Four canals, two in each root 399, 400, Lash page! It the patient and dentist elect to extract Tooth #30, sectioning of the tooth will be required. The dentist should bo aware of which of the following furcations on this tooth? One Two - mesial and cistal Two - facial and lingual ‘Three - mesial, distal, and facial ‘Thee - facial, mesial, and lingual moop> It the manelibular right postevior teeth are extracted, then the maxillary right posterior teeth will kely chow signs of altrtion abtraction. ankylosis. mesial dit supraeruption, moow@E WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED THIS EXAMINATION BOOKLET, PLEASE COMPLETE THE BRIEF CANDIDATE'S QUESTIONNAIRE, WHEN YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE QUESTIONNAIRE, TURN IN THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS TO THE TEST ADMINISTRATOR: 1. 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Alright reserved. Reprinted by permission,NATIONAL BOARD COMPREHENSIVE PART | PILOT EXAMINATION ‘TEST KEY 301 [wicrobiology-Patnology A [257 Jetochemisiy-Physioiog D ‘202 Dental Anatomy & Occlusion | _C 362 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion E ‘203 {Anatomic Sciences A '353 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion D 304 |Biochemi ok c '364__ [Anatomic Sciences c 305 [Microbiology Pathology A 355 __|Biochemistry-Physiology A 306 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A '356__ [Microbiology Pathology 8 ‘307 |Biochemistry- Physiology E 357 |Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A ‘308 |Anatomic Sciences E ‘358 [Anatomic Sciences C '309_ [Microbiology-Pathology E '359__ [Biochemistry-Physiology. B 310 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A '360__ [Microbiology Pathology E ‘311 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion | _C ‘361 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion B 312 |Microbiology-Pethology c '362__ [Microbiology Pathology C 313 |Biochemistry-Physiolog A '363__ [Biochemistry Physioiog D 314 [Anatomic Sciences D '364__ [Biochemistry Physiology D '315__ [Biochemistry-Physiology Cc 365 [Anatomic Sciences 8 ‘316 [Microbiology-Pathology E '366__ |Anatomic Sciences Cc '317__ [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion D 367 |Analomic Sciences A ‘318 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A '368__ [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion E 319 |Microbiology-Pethology E '369__[Microbiology-Pathology A [320 |Biochemistry-Physiology 8 ‘370 [Microbiology-Pathology C ‘321 [Anatomic Sciences 8 371 [Microbiology Pathology o ‘322 [Biochemistry-Physiology c 372 [Biochemistry-Physioiog D ‘323 [Microbioiogy-Patholog Cc '373_[Anaiomic Sciences E 324 [Denial Anatomy & Occlusion B ‘374 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion c "325 [Microbiology-Pathology B 375 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion c 326 [Biochemistry Physiolog) D 376 [Dental Anetomy & Occlusion c "327 TAnatomic Sciences E ‘377 Anatomic Sciences E 328 [Microbiology-Pathology c 378 |Microbiology-Pathology ¢ 229 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A '379__ |Mirobiology-Pathology E [330 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A ‘380 [Anatomic Sciences B “331 |Microbiology-Pathology ¢c 381 _ [Microbiology-Pathoiogy A "332 [Anatomic Sciences E | [382 ~|Microbiology-Pathology E ‘333 [Biochemistry-Physiology 5 '383__ [Biochemistry Physiology A "334 |[Microbiology-Pathology B 384 |Biochemistry-Physiology E ‘335 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion c ‘385 [Biochemistry-Physioi A 326 [Microbiclogy-Pethology E ‘386 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion E 337 [Blochemistry-Physiology 8 '387___ [Anatomic Sciences c 338 —JAnstomie Sciences C—| | see ~Tanatomie sctces 5 '339__ |Microblology-Pathology B 386 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion A '340__ [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion E '390__ [Biochemistry Physiology E 341 Anatomic Sciences D 391 [Biochemistry Physiology — c 342 |Mierobiology Pamotogy E—] [30 —[Biocnemisiy-Prysioogy ¢ ‘343 |Dental Anatomy & Occlusion E 393 [Microbiology-Pathology A ‘344 [Anatomic Sciences 5 ‘34 |Microbiology-Pathology D 345 [Dental Anatomy & Ocdusion B '395_[Microbiology-Pathoiog D 346 —[wicrobiiogy Pathology D | 505 [Anatomie Slonces E ‘347 |Biochemistry-Physiology Cc 397 [Anatomic Soiences, c '348__[Anatomic Sciences D [398 [Dental Anatomy & Occlusion’ B ‘348 [Dental Anatomy & Gcclusion D 398 _ [Denial Anatomy & Occlusion Cc '350___|Microbiology-Pathology E 400 [Denial Anatomy & Occlusion E ‘© 2005 American Dental Association, Joint Commission on National Dental Examinations, Al ights reserved. 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