The type of muscle present in the alimentary canal is:

Smooth muscle

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Skeletal muscle

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Cardiac muscle

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Both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is D Smooth muscle
Skeletal muscles: attached to bones and help in movement (voluntary movements)
Smooth or Involuntary muscles are found in those parts that help in involuntary movements like - alimentary canal (to push food),
Cardiac muscles are found in the heart.
So, the correct option is 'Smooth muscle'

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