Which of the following structures passes through the opening labeled 4 in the diagram?
A)cranial nerve XII (hypoglossal nerve)
B)internal jugular vein
C)branch of ascending pharyngeal artery
D)mandibular branch of cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve)
E)maxillary branch of cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve)

Question

Which of the following structures passes through the opening labeled 4 in the diagram? 
A)cranial nerve XII (hypoglossal nerve) 
B)internal jugular vein 
C)branch of ascending pharyngeal artery 
D)mandibular branch of cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve) 
E)maxillary branch of cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve)

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The opening labeled 4 is the jugular foramen, which is the passage for the internal jugular vein.

Which of the Following Structures Passes Through the Opening Labeled