Choose the number of correct statements based on diagram shown: Cranial bones are 7 in number. They form the soft protective outer covering for the brain. The facial region is made up of 14 cartilaginous elements which form the front part of the skull. The skull region articulates with the superior region of the vertebral column with the help of two occipital condyles.

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Only the 4th statement is correct. Cranial bones are 8 in number. They form the hard protective outer covering, cranium for the brain. The facial region is made up of 14 skeletal elements which form the front part of the skull. A single U-shaped bone called hyoid is present at the base of the buccal cavity and it is also included in the skull. Each middle ear contains three tiny bones – Malleus, Incus and Stapes, collectively called Ear Ossicles. The skull region articulates with the superior region of the vertebra