If an oral surgeon were to slip and cut the hypoglossal nerve, which of the following actions would be affected? Select all that apply.

A. Closing off the oral cavity from the pharynx
B. Depressing the tongue
C. Moving the tongue side to side
D. Moving the tongue up and back


Answer: D

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