The cranial nerve pair that is sensory for hearing is the:
A)trigeminal
B)acoustic
C)abducens
D)accessory

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The cranial nerve pair responsible for hearing is the acoustic nerve, also known as the vestibulocochlear nerve. This nerve is responsible for both auditory and vestibular sensation. The other options listed (trigeminal, abducens, and accessory) are not involved in the sensation of hearing.

The Cranial Nerve Pair That Is Sensory for Hearing Is