The hypoglossal nerve originates in the (blank) and supplies the muscles of the (blank)
A) medulla oblongata; throat
B) pons; tongue
C) pons; throat
D) medulla oblongata; tongue
Answer: D
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The Brain and Cranial Nerves
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