Question

The number of cranial nerves in man is

• A. $10$
• B. $12$
• C. $24$
• D. $36$

Answer 1

The correct option is B

$12$

The correct option is C

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Cranial nerves are nerves that originate from the brain and brain stem and not from the spinal cord.
2. $12$ pairs of cranial nerves are present, that is a total of $24$ cranial nerves.
3. Each pair of these nerves passes through foramina in the skull, either individually or in groups.

Final answer: The number of cranial nerves in man is $24$.