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Which of the following statements are incorrect regarding ciliated epithelium?
I. Cells possess cilia on their free surface
II. They bear microvilli at the free ends to increase surface area of the organ
III. Mucous spreads over the epithelium as a thin layer
IV. It is found in the lining of the small intestine

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Correct option: C

II and IV

Option II and IV are incorrect. Option C (II and IV) is correct because ciliated epithelium does not bear microvilli (that's absorptive epithelium), and it's not found in the small intestine (that's absorptive epithelium).

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