This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Dental
In constructing a fixed partial denture for a patient, the
dentist will use a hygienic pontic. Which of the following
will primarily determine the faciolingual dimension of
the occlusal portion of this pontic? 
Select and explain. 
A. The length of the pontic, B. The masticatory, force of the patient, C. The position of the opposing contact areas, D. The width and crestaL position of the edentulous ridge
C: The position of the opposing contact areas
Answer: C: The position of the opposing contact areas 
Explanation: None