This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
[{'content': 'While extracting a maxillary third molar, it is noted that one of the root is missing, the root tip is most likely to be in the: \nSelect and explain. \nA. Pterygomandibular space., B. Maxillary sinus., C. Infratemporal space., D. Submandibular space.', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: C \nExplanation: The location of root tip will depend on the position of 3rd molar. For Mandibular 3rd molar, if the tooth is vertically positioned, the root tip is most likely in the submandibular space.\nIf the tooth is in mesioangular or horizontal position, it will be located in pterygomandibular space.\nMaxillary third molar is usually pushed into the infratemporal space.', 'role': 'assistant'}]