During development, the posterior one-third of the tongue develops from which of the following pharyngeal arches?
  1. first
  2. fourth
  3. second
  4. third
Explanation
Answer: D - The posterior one-third of the tongue is derived from the third pharyngeal arch and is thus innervated by cranial nerve IX (glossopharyngeal).
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