Which of the Following Arteries Is NOT Part of the Circle

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following arteries is NOT part of the circle of Willis?

• A)anterior cerebral artery
• B)posterior cerebral artery
• C)basilar artery
• D)middle cerebral artery
• E)anterior communicating artery

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