Which of the Following Muscles Has Its Origin on the Hyoid

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following muscles has its origin on the hyoid and inserts on the tongue?

• A) hyoglossus
• B) lateral pterygoideus
• C) sternohyoid
• D) thyrohyoid
• E) geniohyoid

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