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Ruffini endings and free nerve endings are found in _________________.

hairless skin;
subcutaneous fat;
hairy skin;
at the base of hair follicles;
alternatives a and c are correct;

INCORRECT - Although Ruffini and free nerve endings are found in hairy skin, they are not necessarily associated with the base of hair follicles. Free nerve endings are located very close to the surface of the skin.

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