Which of the following does not describe the vestibulocochlear nerve?

It is responsible for your sense of hearing.
It is known as cranial nerve VIII.
The two separate nerves forming it originate in the middle ear.
It is responsible for your sense of balance.


The two separate nerves forming it originate in the middle ear.

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