Which of the following is the nerve of third branchial arch____________?
Correct answer: D. Glossopharyngeal
- A. Facial nerve
- B. Trigeminal
- C. Vagus
- D. Glossopharyngeal
Explanation
The third pharyngeal arch is associated with the glossopharyngeal nerve, which supplies its derivative stylopharyngeus. The facial nerve belongs to the second arch, while the vagus is associated mainly with the fourth and sixth arches.
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