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In a man, abducens nerve is injured. Which one of the following functions will be affected?

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Swallowing
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Movement of the eye ball
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Movement of the neck
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Movement of the tongue
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Solution

The correct option is B Movement of the eye ball
The abducens nerve or abducent nerve, in humans, controls the movement of the eye.
Therefore, if the abducens nerve is injured in a man, the movement of the eye ball is affected.

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