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    The Temporalis Muscle
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The Temporalis Muscle

Question 23

Question 23

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The temporalis muscle


A) inserts on the angle of the mandible.
B) depresses and retrudes the mandible.
C) originates from the zygomatic arch.
D) opens and closes the mandible.
E) elevates and retrudes the mandible.

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