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Which of the following nerves are branches of mandibular nerve ?

Correct answer: B. Lingual and inferior alveolar nerves

  • A. Lingual, facial and palatine nerve
  • B. Lingual and inferior alveolar nerves
  • C. Inferior alveolar and cervical nerves
  • D. All of the above

Explanation

The lingual and inferior alveolar nerves are major branches of the mandibular division of the trigeminal nerve. The facial and palatine nerves are not branches of the mandibular nerve.

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