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
A 40 years old patient has to undergo a surgery for removal of the tongue. Ligation of which part of the lingual artery would be preferred during the surgery? 
Select and explain. 
A. First part, B. Second part, C. Third part, D. Sublingual part
A: First part
Answer: A: First part 
Explanation: None