The mandibular division of the fifth (V) cranial nerve exists through the,
A)Foramen rotundum
B)Foramen spinosum
C)Foramen lacerum
D)Foramen ovale

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Foramen ovale is the opening through which the mandibular division of the fifth (V) cranial nerve exits.
The foramen ovale is situated in the posterior part of the sphenoid bone, posterolateral to the foramen rotundum. Foramen ovale is the opening for mandibular division of the fifth (V) cranial nerve.
The other foramens mentioned are also present in the sphenoid bone. Foramen rotundum is the opening for the maxillary division of the fifth (V) cranial nerve, Foramen spinosum is the opening for the middle meningeal artery whereas the Foramen lacerum is the opening for the internal carotid artery.

The Mandibular Division of the Fifth (V) Cranial Nerve Exists