The right subclavian artery and the left common carotid artery branch off from which vessel?

A) internal maxillary artery
B) right common carotid artery
C) brachiocephalic artery
D) internal mammary artery


C
Explanation:
A) The external carotid arteries each continue on as an internal maxillary artery.
B) The right common carotid artery branches off the right subclavian artery.
D) The internal mammary artery arises from the ventral surface of either subclavian artery.

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