Question

question 4 of 10
which of the following cranial nerves is not involved in taste?
facial nerve
glossopharyngeal nerve
vagus nerve
trigeminal nerve

Explanation:

The facial nerve (VII) innervates the anterior two - thirds of the tongue for taste, the glossopharyngeal nerve (IX) innervates the posterior one - third of the tongue for taste, and the vagus nerve (X) has some taste - related functions in the epiglottis area. The trigeminal nerve (V) is mainly involved in sensation (touch, pain, temperature) and motor functions related to the face and mouth, not taste.

Answer:

D. Trigeminal nerve