Question

The number of cranial nerves in man is

• A. 10 pairs
• B. 12 pairs
• C. 31 pairs
• D. 24 pairs

Answer 1

The correct option is B

12 pairs

The correct option is B.

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Cranial nerves are the group of nerves that branch out from the brain and spinal cord.
2. They perform both motor and sensory functions.
3. There are totally 12 pairs of cranial nerves present in human beings.

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

There are 10 pairs of cranial nerves present in Amphibia.

Option C:

There are 31 pairs of spinal nerves present and not cranial nerves.

Option D:

Cranial nerves are totally 24 in number and not 24 pairs.

Final answer: The number of cranial nerves in man is 12 pairs.