Which of the following is the nerve that innervates the diaphragm, and assists with breathing?

a) glossopharyngeal nerve
b) intercostal nerve
c) phrenic nerve
d) vagus nerve


Answer: c) phrenic nerve

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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