Commonest site of carcinoma of tongue____________?

Correct answer: D. Lateral margin

  • A. Posterior one third
  • B. Ventral surface
  • C. Tip of tongue
  • D. Lateral margin

Explanation

The lateral tongue, particularly its posterolateral border, is the commonest site for squamous cell carcinoma of the tongue. The tip, ventral surface, and posterior one-third are less frequent sites.

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