The muscle of tongue not supplied by the hypoglossal nerve is_____________?

Correct answer: D. Palatoglossus

  • A. Hyoglossus
  • B. Styloglossus
  • C. Genioglossus
  • D. Palatoglossus

Explanation

Hypoglossal nerve supplies hyoglossus, styloglossus, genioglossus and the intrinsic tongue muscles. Palatoglossus is the exception because it receives motor supply from the vagus nerve.

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