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Where is the papillary dermis layer located?

  1. Below the epidermis

  2. Above the epidermis

  3. Below the reticular dermis

  4. Above the subcutaneous layer

The correct answer is: Below the epidermis

The papillary dermis layer is located below the epidermis. The papillary dermis contains capillaries, lymphatics, and sensory nerves and is responsible for the nourishment and sensation of the epidermis. The other options, B, C, and D, are incorrect because they are either above or below the papillary dermis layer. The reticular dermis layer is located below the papillary dermis, and the subcutaneous layer is located below both layers. This shows that the papillary dermis is the closest layer to the epidermis, which is why option A is the correct answer.