Lingual gives attachment to________________?

Correct answer: B. Sphenomandibular ligament

A. Upper medial incisor
B. Sphenomandibular ligament
C. Temporomandibular ligament
D. All

Explanation

The lingula of the mandible is a small tongue-shaped projection that gives attachment to the sphenomandibular ligament. The other listed structures do not attach to the lingula.

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