MCQ – 101337

All of the following nerves pass through this foramen marked in green, except?

Correct Answer » A Explanation

– Jugular foramen: base of skull opening → structures from posterior cranial fossa.

– CN IX, X, XI pass through jugular foramen + internal jugular vein.

– Hypoglossal nerve (CN XII) exits → hypoglossal canal, not jugular foramen.

Incorrect Options: – 

– Option B → Accessory nerve passes via jugular foramen.

– Option C → Glossopharyngeal nerve exits via jugular foramen.

– Option D → Vagus nerve exits via jugular foramen, carries parasympathetic fibers