The tongue assists with which of the following? Select all that apply
a. Speech d. Swallowing
b. Breathing e. Taste sensation
c. Mastication f. Mechanical cleansing of the teeth
A, C, D, F
The tongue assists with mastication, swallowing, speech, and mechanical cleansing of the teeth.
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