The submaxillary salivary glands secrete fluid
a. through the papillae of the mouth.
b. into the floor of the mouth posterior to Wharton's ducts.
c. through Stensen's ducts just opposite the upper second molars.
d. through Wharton's ducts on either side of the frenulum.
D
Submaxillary glands secrete fluid through Wharton's ducts, which are located on both sides of the frenulum.
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