This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Anatomy and Physiology of Pharynx, Subject name: ENT
Passavant ridge - 
Select and explain. 
A. Superior constrictor and palatopharyngeus, B. Inferior constrictor and palatopharyngeus, C. Superior constrictor and palatoglossus, D. Inferior constrictor and palatoglossus
A: Superior constrictor and palatopharyngeus
Answer: A: Superior constrictor and palatopharyngeus 
Explanation: Ans. is 'a' i.e., Superior constrictor and palatopharyngeus (Ref Clinical Anatomy: A Problem Solving Approach,2nd/e By Neeta V, Kulkarni p. 432]Passavant ridgeo Near the superior margin of pharynx, a few fibres of superior constrictor blend with a band of muscle fibres belonging to the palatopharyngeus muscle.o These fused fibres form a band or ring around the posterior wall and sidewalls of the nasopharyngeal isthumus.o When the soft palate is elevated this muscle band appears as a ridge is known as passavanfs ridge.