WONDER #1781: Why Does a Paper Cut Hurt So Much?

Question 1 of 3

The nerve fibers in your fingertips are known as what?

1. nociceptors
2. tipceptors
3. fingerceptors
4. interceptors

Question 2 of 3

Compared to other types of cuts, paper cuts tend to be much more what?

1. deep
2. bloody
3. shallow
4. precise

Question 3 of 3

Paper cuts tend to occur most frequently on which part of your body?

1. feet
2. hands
3. elbows
4. knees

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