Taste Anterior Tongue CN VII — FRCA Primary MCQ

Instant feedback + full explanation. One question, done properly.

ModerateAnatomyTaste Anterior Tongue CN VIIFRCA Primary

Regarding taste sensation the anterior two-thirds of the tongue is supplied by which cranial nerve?

Educational content. Not a substitute for clinical judgement or local policy.

Reveal the answer and explanation

Correct answer: D — Facial (VII) via chorda tympani

Taste to the anterior two-thirds travels via the chorda tympani branch of CN VII which joins the lingual nerve (V3). General sensation to the anterior two-thirds is via V3 directly. The posterior third (taste and general sensation) is via CN IX.

Reference: RCoA 2021 Primary FRCA Curriculum