The Function of the Client's Cranial Nerve XII (Hypoglossal)is Intact

The function of the client's cranial nerve XII (hypoglossal) is intact.The nurse is able to assess this nerve by asking the client to perform which of the following activities?

A) "Can you stick out your tongue?"
B) "I'm going to ask you to taste something and tell me what you think it is."
C) "Close your eyes and tell me when you feel me touch your face with this wisp of cotton."
D) "I'm going to lightly touch the back of your throat with this tongue depressor."