Which of the Following Muscles BOTH Elevates the Tongue and Depresses

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following muscles BOTH elevates the tongue and depresses the soft palate during swallowing?

• A)Levator veli palatini muscle
• B)Palatoglossus muscle
• C)Palatopharyngeal muscle
• D)Muscle of the uvula

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