The salivary gland located below the tongue is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The salivary gland located below the tongue is the:
A. Submandibular gland
B. Sublingual gland
C. Lacrimal gland
D. Parotid gland
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The sublingual glands are the smallest of the three paired salivary glands, located under the tongue. The parotid is near the ear, submandibular under the jaw.

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