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Anterior belly of digastric is supplied by_______________?

Correct answer: A. Mylohyoid nerve

  • A. Mylohyoid nerve
  • B. Branch of facial nerve
  • C. Branch of cervical plexus
  • D. Hypoglossal nerve

Explanation

The anterior belly of digastric is supplied by the mylohyoid nerve, which branches from the inferior alveolar nerve of the mandibular division of trigeminal nerve. The posterior belly, in contrast, is supplied by the facial nerve.

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