Question

multiple choice question
the origin of the right subclavian artery is the ______; the origin of the left subclavian artery is the ______

o brachiocephalic trunk; brachiocephalic trunk
o aortic arch; brachiocephalic trunk
o brachiocephalic trunk; aortic arch
o aortic arch; aortic arch

Explanation:

The right subclavian artery typically arises from the brachiocephalic trunk. The left subclavian artery directly originates from the aortic arch. This is a standard anatomical fact.

Answer:

C. brachiocephalic trunk; aortic arch