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Question 16 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Blood pressure can be taken by using the carotid artery. This artery is found on the side of the neck. Which region best describes the location of the carotid artery?

Answer
A
facial
B
cervical
C
buccal
D
cephalic

Explanation

The cervical region refers to the neck. Since the carotid artery is located on the side of the neck, it is in the cervical region. The cephalic region refers more broadly to the head, while facial and buccal refer to the face and cheek, respectively.

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