What Is the Action of the Muscle Labeled C

question 41

Multiple Choice

What is the action of the muscle labeled C?

• A)laterally flex and rotate head
• B)extends head
• C)depresses tongue
• D)protracts mandible (as in opening the mouth)
• E)elevates the mandible (as in closing the mouth)

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