The two pairs of parathyroid glands are embedded in the __________.

a. lateral surfaces of the thyroid cartilage
b. posterior surfaces of the thyroid glands
c. anterior surfaces of the thyroid cartilage
d. anterior surfaces of the thyroid glands


Answer: b. posterior surfaces of the thyroid glands

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