The triangle of auscultation, commonly used to hear sounds of respiratory organs, is located near the border of the
A)pectoralis major and pectoralis minor.
B)trapezius and latissimus dorsi.
C)latissimus dorsi and serratus anterior.
D)pectoralis major and serratus anterior.

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The triangle of auscultation is an anatomical space located near the border of the trapezius and latissimus dorsi muscles. This area is relatively free of muscles and allows for clearer auscultation of lung sounds due to the thinner layer of tissue over the lungs.

The Triangle of Auscultation, Commonly Used to Hear Sounds of Respiratory