Somatic efferent does not include______________?
Correct answer: A. Facial nerve
- A. Facial nerve
- B. Oculomotor nerve
- C. Abducens
- D. Trochlear
Explanation
Oculomotor, trochlear and abducens nerves are classified as somatic efferent because they supply extraocular muscles. The facial nerve is branchial motor, or special visceral efferent, rather than somatic efferent.
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