Which pair correctly lists the layers of the skin?

• A. Dermis and Subcutaneous tissue
• B. Hypodermis and Dermis
• C. Epidermis and Dermis
• D. Epidermis and Subcutaneous tissue

Answer: (C)

Skin has three main layers from the outside in: epidermis, dermis, and hypodermis (subcutaneous tissue). The epidermis is the outer protective barrier, while the dermis lies beneath it and provides structural support, housing nerves, blood vessels, sweat glands, and hair follicles. The hypodermis is deeper still and mainly consists of fat that helps anchor the skin and insulate the body.

When asked to name two layers of the skin, the pair that correctly includes the outer layer and the middle layer is the best choice. The epidermis and dermis together form the skin’s two superficial layers, whereas the subcutaneous tissue lies beneath them, making it not part of the two-layer combination in this context.