Motor control of the face is the function of the ________ nerve, while sensation from the face is determined by the ________ nerve.
A) facial; trigeminal
B) trochlear; facial
C) facial; glossopharyngeal
D) trigeminal; glossopharyngeal
E) trigeminal; facial

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The facial nerve (cranial nerve VII) is responsible for motor control of most of the facial muscles, which are involved in expressions such as smiling or frowning. The trigeminal nerve (cranial nerve V) is responsible for sensation in the face, including touch, pain, and temperature.

Motor Control of the Face Is the Function of the ________