This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Cranial Nerves, Subject name: Anatomy
Maxillary nerve is transmitted ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Foramen ovale, B. Foramen rotundum, C. Foramen lacerum, D. Foramen spinosum
B: Foramen rotundum
Answer: B: Foramen rotundum 
Explanation: Maxillary nerve is a branch of Trigeminal nerve present in the floor of middle cranial fossa which passes through foramen rotundum. Lateral to it is present foramen ovale through which mandibular nerve passes & supplies the mandible. Middle meningeal aery passes through foramen spinosum . Emissary veins pass through foramen lacerum .