The Masseter Muscle Is Probably the Most Powerful of Muscles

question 14

Multiple Choice

The masseter muscle is probably the most powerful of muscles of suprahyoid group.When the masseter contracts,it elevates the mandible,which closes the mouth.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
• C) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.
• D) Both statements are false.

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