Hyoglossus muscle inserts into_______________?
Correct answer: C. Lateral part of the tongue
- A. Tip of the tongue
- B. Base of the tongue
- C. Lateral part of the tongue
- D. Hyoid bone
Explanation
Hyoglossus arises from the hyoid bone and ascends to insert into the side of the tongue, extending toward its posterior part. It therefore does not insert at the tip or base as a whole.
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