This extremely vital nerve is responsible for such varied tasks as heart rate, gastrointestinal peristalsis and sweating. It also controls quite a few muscle movements in the mouth, including speech and keeping the larynx open for breathing.
- Oculomotor nerve
- Vagus nerve
- Facial nerve
- Hypoglossal nerve
Answer
The correct answer is B) Vagus nerve.
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