This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Neuroanatomy, Subject name: Anatomy
In adults, the spinal cord normally ends at: 
Select and explain. 
A. Lower border of L1, B. Lower border of L3, C. Lower border of L5, D. Lower border of S1
A: Lower border of L1
Answer: A: Lower border of L1 
Explanation: Ans. A Lower border of L1Ref: IB Singh, 8th ed. pg. 31* Spinal cord begins at foramen magnum and, in adults, ends at lower border of L1.* In newborn, spinal cord ends at L3 vertebrae.