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
Base of the tongue is attached to the: 
Select and explain. 
A. Hyoid bone, B. Mandible, C. Hyoid bone and mandible, D. None of the above
C: Hyoid bone and mandible
Answer: C: Hyoid bone and mandible 
Explanation: The base of tongue constitutes the anterior wall of the oropharynx and can be inspected only by the use of a mirror or by a downward pressure on the tongue with a tongue spatula.
It is attached to the hyoid bone and mandible.
Reference: TEXTBOOK OF ANATOMY HEAD, NECK AND Brain, Volume III, second edition page no 191