Which of These Statements About Intercostal Nerves Is True

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about intercostal nerves is true?

• A) They are part of a nerve plexus.
• B) They innervate only the intercostal muscles.
• C) The ventral rami of T₁-T₁₂ spinal nerves lie just inferior to each rib.
• D) They consist of 12 pairs.

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