Larynx · NEET PG Preparation ENT
Which of the following intrinsic laryngeal muscles is the sole abductor of the vocal cords?
Practice question from Larynx (NEET PG Preparation ENT), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-54B9BA
Which of the following intrinsic laryngeal muscles is the sole abductor of the vocal cords?
- A.Thyroarytenoid
- B.Posterior cricoarytenoidCorrect answer
- C.Lateral cricoarytenoid
- D.Transverse arytenoid
Solution
The posterior cricoarytenoid muscle is the only muscle responsible for abduction of the vocal cords, opening the glottis during inspiration.
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