Question

which nerve innervates the salivary glands and the muscles responsible for facial expression?
vestibulocochlear nerve (cn viii)
facial nerve (cn vii)
trochlear nerve (cn iv)
hypoglossal nerve (cn xii)

Explanation:

The facial nerve innervates the salivary glands and muscles for facial expression. The vestibulocochlear nerve is for hearing and balance, the trochlear nerve controls eye - movement, and the hypoglossal nerve controls tongue muscles.

Answer:

B. Facial nerve (CN VII)