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
Vidian nerve is also called ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Superior petrosal nerve, B. Greater petrosal nerve, C. Nerve to pterygoid canal, D. Auricular branch of vagus
C: Nerve to pterygoid canal
Answer: C: Nerve to pterygoid canal 
Explanation: Greater petorsal nerve units with deep petrosal nerve to form nerve to pterygoid canal (also called vidian nerve).It carries secretomotor fibers to nasal gland pterygopalatine ganglion.Also knowAuricular branch of vagus is also called as Arnold's nerve or Alderman's nerve.