Which portion of the rib sits more superior?

vertebral end
sternal end
anterior end
axillary margin


vertebral end

Rationale: The vertebral end of the rib sits more superior to the sternal end of the rib. When counting the number of ribs above the diaphragm, the posterior portion of the ribs are counted.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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