Which of the following is NOT true regarding the location of the kidneys? A) They are partially protected by the floating ribs (11^th and 12^th pairs). B) The left kidney is slightly lower than the right. C) They are located between the peritoneum and the posterior wall of the abdomen. D) They are situated between the levels of the last thoracic and third lumbar vertebrae.

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The left kidney is actually slightly higher than the right, not lower. This is due to the presence of the liver on the right side of the body, which displaces the right kidney downwards.

Which of the Following Is NOT True Regarding the Location