Vertebral artery is a branch of _________________?
Correct answer: A. Subclavian artery
- A. Subclavian artery
- B. Internal caroited artery
- C. External carotide artery
- D. Superficial temporal artery
Explanation
The vertebral artery arises from the first part of the subclavian artery, then ascends through the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae. It is not a branch of either carotid artery.
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