Which cranial nerve controls the heart muscles?

Facial

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Vagus

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Auditory

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Trochlear

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Solution

The correct option is B Vagus
The vagus nerve, also called as the pneumogastric nerve, is the tenth cranial nerve. It has parasympathetic control of the heart and digestive tract.
So, the correct answer is 'Vagus'

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