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
Sho saphenous vein is a tributary of which of the following vein? 
Select and explain. 
A. Medial marginal vein, B. Lateral marginal vein, C. Posterior tibial vein, D. Dorsal venous arch
B: Lateral marginal vein
Answer: B: Lateral marginal vein 
Explanation: The veins in the leg consist of a superficial and a deep venous system. The superficial system consists of the great saphenous vein, located medially, and the small saphenous vein, located posterolaterally.The great saphenous vein originates from the medial side of the dorsal venous arch in the foot and drains in the femoral vein.The small saphenous vein originates from the lateral side of the dorsal venous arch in the foot and drains in the popliteal vein.