An inability to swallow indicates a problem with the:
A) accessory nerve (XI) or hypoglossal nerve (XII).
B) trigeminal nerve (V) or glossopharyngeal nerve (IX).
C) trochlear nerve (IV) or abducens nerve (VI).
D) olfactory nerve (I).

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The trigeminal nerve (V) and glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) are involved in swallowing. The trigeminal nerve is responsible for mastication, and the glossopharyngeal nerve is involved in the pharyngeal phase of swallowing.

An Inability to Swallow Indicates a Problem with The