The trigeminal pair of cranial nerves is important for:
A)movement of the tongue
B)sensation in teeth
C)swallowing
D)all of these

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The trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) is primarily responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing; it is not involved in movement of the tongue or swallowing. Sensation in teeth is one of its functions.

The Trigeminal Pair of Cranial Nerves Is Important For