Q-10. The following is the superior and side view of the larynx, which letter denotes the abductor of the vocal cords?
a) A
b) B
c) C
d) D
Answer: A
Explanation:
Intrinsic muscles of larynx acting on vocal cords:
Abductors: Posterior crico-arytenoid
Adductors: Lateral crico-arytenoid, inter-arytenoid and thyro-arytenoid
Tensors: Cricothyroid and Vocalis (Internal part of thyro-arytenoid)