Question

Which of the following is 10${}^{th}$ cranial nerve?

• A. Trigeminal
• B. Pneumogastric (Vagus)
  
• C. Glossopharyngeal
• D. Trochlear

Answer 1

The correct option is B Pneumogastric (Vagus)

Vagus is the 10${}^{th}$ cranial nerve it is also called as pneumogastric nerve. It supplies nerves to pharynx, esophagus, larynx, trachea, bronchi, stomach and liver. Like glossopharyngeal nerve, it influences the action of swallowing, it also sends and transmits signals to our autonomous system, to help the regulate activation and control stress levels or send signals directly to our sympathetic system.
So, the correct answer is 'Pneumogastric'.