Which of the following applies to the act of swallowing?
A) It requires coordination of cranial nerves V, IX, X, and XII.
B) It is entirely voluntary.
C) It is controlled by a center in the hypothalamus.
D) It does not affect respiration.

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Swallowing requires coordination of multiple cranial nerves, including V (trigeminal), IX (glossopharyngeal), X (vagus), and XII (hypoglossal), to manage the complex process of moving food from the mouth to the esophagus.

Which of the Following Applies to the Act of Swallowing