Which of These Statements Concerning the Glossopharyngeal Nerve Is Incorrect

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements concerning the glossopharyngeal nerve is incorrect?

• A) The preganglionic fibers originate in the inferior salivatory nucleus.
• B) The pre- and postganglionic fibers travel in this nerve.
• C) The pre- and postganglionic fibers synapse in the otic ganglion.
• D) Stimulation induces secretion from the parotid gland.

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