Which cranial nerve controls the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles? a. VI b. IX c. X d. XI

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Which cranial nerve controls the trapezius and sternocleidomastoid muscles?

a. VI
b. IX
c. X
d. XI

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The answer is d. XI.
(Accessory nerve)

Ran Avnon answered Aug 26, 2017

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