How many elevations of circular raised papillae are located about two-thirds of the way back on the dorsal surface of the tongue?
A) 6
B) 9
C) 13
D) 20

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There are about 13 circumvallate,also called vallate,papillae located about two-thirds of the way back on the top surface (dorsal)of the tongue.These circular elevations are arranged in a V shape,with the point of the V pointing posteriorly.

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