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Anatomy & Physiology

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Set 31 Soft Palate And Pharynx

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Question 1

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During speech the soft palate moves both forward and backward.The backward movement is accomplished by the levator veli palatini.

A) Both statements are true.
B) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
C) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.
D) Both statements are false.

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Question 2

(Multiple Choice)

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The structure that helps to open the auditory tube,if it is edematous and closed,is the

A) palatoglossal muscle
B) palatopharyngeal muscle
C) levator veli palatine
D) stylopharyngeal muscle

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Question 3

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The posterior faucial pillar is formed by the palatopharyngeal muscle.When constricted,it depresses the pharynx and elevates the larynx.

A) Both statements are true.
B) The first statement is true;the second statement is false.
C) The first statement is false;the second statement is true.
D) Both statements are false.

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