All of the Following are Suprahyoid Muscles EXCEPT ________

Question

All of the following are suprahyoid muscles EXCEPT ________.
A) geniohyoid
B) digastrics muscle
C) mylohyoid
D) sternocleidomastoid

Accepted Answer

The sternocleidomastoid muscle is not a suprahyoid muscle, but rather a muscle of the anterior neck that originates from the sternum and clavicle and inserts on the mastoid process of the temporal bone. The other three muscles listed are all suprahyoid muscles, meaning they are located above (supra) the hyoid bone and aid in actions such as swallowing and elevating the larynx.