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The lingual artery originates from which vessel?

  1. The internal carotid artery
  2. The external carotid artery
  3. The maxillary artery
  4. The facial artery
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Correct answer: B. The external carotid artery

The lingual artery is one of the anterior branches of the external carotid artery (the others being the superior thyroid and facial arteries), supplying the tongue and floor of the mouth.

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