Which of the following is a depression on the inferior aspect of the temporal bone that is part of the temporomandibular joint?

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As part of the temporomandibular joint,the articular fossa is a depression on the inferior aspect of the temporal bone,posterior and medial to the zygomatic arch,as well as posterior to the articular eminence.The mandible articulates with each temporal bone at the heads of the mandibular condyle,directly on the articulating surface of the condyle.Posterior to the articular fossa is a sharper ridge,the postglenoid process.The articular eminence is a smooth,rounded protuberance on the inferior aspect of the zygomatic process and is positioned anterior to the articular fossa.

Which of the Following Is a Depression on the Inferior