Chewing and speaking are controlled by the _________ nerve.
A) facial
B) hypoglossal
C) trigeminal
D) abducens

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The trigeminal nerve, also known as cranial nerve V, is responsible for controlling the muscles involved in chewing and speaking. The facial nerve (A) controls facial expressions, the hypoglossal nerve (B) controls tongue movements, and the abducens nerve (D) controls eye movements.

Chewing and Speaking Are Controlled by the _________ Nerve