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
The root of the tongue is attached to: 
Select and explain. 
A. Mandible, hyoid bone., B. Soft palate., C. Mandible., D. Mandible, soft palate, hyoid bone.
D: Mandible, soft palate, hyoid bone.
Answer: D: Mandible, soft palate, hyoid bone. 
Explanation: None