Which of the following is incorrect pertaining to the vertebral artery?

A) It traverses the transverse foramina of the cervical vertebrae.
B) If partially occluded, it can cause dizziness upon turning the head.
C) It traverses the suboccipital triangle.
D) It traverses a groove on the posterior arch of the atlas.
E) It only has branches that supply the brain.


Ans: E

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