That Magic (Sense of) Touch

Medically Reviewed by Melinda Ratini, MS, DO on July 18, 2023
Question 1/7

Who are more likely to have a better sense of touch?

  • Men
  • Women
  • There’s no difference
Question 2/7

At the least, how many nerve endings for touch are in each fingertip?

  • 1,000
  • 3,000
  • 5,000
Question 3/7

Other people’s skin usually feels softer to you than your own.

  • True
  • False
Question 4/7

People can communicate emotions through touch what percent of the time?

  • 10%
  • 25%
  • More than 50%
Question 5/7

Your sense of touch gets sharper with age.

  • True
  • False
Question 6/7

Children who aren’t touched enough as infants may have problems learning.

  • True
  • False
Question 7/7

Which type of contact makes a team stronger?

  • Fist bumps
  • High-fives
  • Half hugs
  • All of the above