Which Is a Function of the Vagus (X) Nerve

question 73

Multiple Choice

Which is a function of the vagus (X) nerve?

• A) conveys impulses from taste buds on the posterior one-third of the tongue
• B) conveys impulses to visceral, cardiac, and skeletal muscles
• C) conveys motor impulses to laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles, and to the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles
• D) controls movement of the tongue during speech and swallowing

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