Suppose that you were involved in an automobile accident and suffered a back injury. When examined by your physician you are told that you have a slipped disc in the lower back. What type of tissue is involved?

A. Elastic cartilage
B. Dense regular connective tissue
C. Fibrocartilage
D. Bone
E. Adipose tissue


Answer: C

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