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: Anatomy
During inferior alveolar nerve block the needle of LA syringe is penetrated into parotid gland which of the following structure is most likely to be penetrated: 
Select and explain. 
A. Lingual nerve, B. Lingual artery, C. Internal carotid artery, D. External carotid artery
D: External carotid artery
Answer: D: External carotid artery 
Explanation: None