What type of joint normally exists between the teeth and the maxilla or mandible?

a. Symphysis
b. Diarthrosis
c. Gomphosis
d. Syndesmosis

ANS: C
Gomphosis joints exist between the teeth and the maxilla or mandible. None of the other options fulfills that function.

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