Opening, or Depressor Function, of the Mandible Is Accomplished Primarily

question 12

Multiple Choice

Opening, or depressor function, of the mandible is accomplished primarily by the _____________ muscle.

• A) medial pterygoid
• B) lateral pterygoid
• C) masseter
• D) temporalis

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