Which of the following structures are transmitted through the jugular foramen? (Select all that apply.)

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The jugular foramen is a large foramen (opening) in the base of the skull that transmits the internal jugular vein and three cranial nerves: the glossopharyngeal (IX), vagus (X), and accessory (XI) nerves. The internal carotid artery does not pass through the jugular foramen; instead, it travels through the carotid canal.

Which of the Following Structures Are Transmitted Through the Jugular