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Which muscles are the primary elevators of the mandible?
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Correct answer: A. Masseter, medial pterygoid, and temporalis
The masseter, medial pterygoid, and temporalis are the three muscles of mastication that elevate (close) the mandible. The lateral pterygoid mainly protrudes/depresses and assists lateral excursion; the digastric and mylohyoid are depressors (open the jaw).
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