The Bony Structure That Is Located Directly Anterior to the Ninth

question 16

Multiple Choice

The bony structure that is located directly anterior to the ninth or tenth thoracic vertebra is which of the following?

• A) Sternal notch
• B) Xiphoid process
• C) Hyoid bone
• D) None of the above

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