Which of the following actions could result from involvement by the efferent part of the fifth cranial nerve?
A)Puckering the lips
B)Feeling when biting the tongue
C)Toothache in the jaw
D)Chewing a piece of gum

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The efferent part of the fifth cranial nerve, also known as the trigeminal nerve, is responsible for motor functions such as chewing. This makes D) Chewing a piece of gum the correct action resulting from its involvement. The other options involve sensory experiences, which are related to the afferent (sensory) part of the nerve.

Which of the Following Actions Could Result from Involvement by the Efferent