The least numerous but the largest of the papillae are arranged as a V-shape on the posterior dorsal surface of the tongue. They contain the majority of taste buds and are called _____ papillae

A.   papiform
B.   filiform
C.   fungiform
D.   vallate
E.   foliate


D

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