This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Neuroanatomy 3, Subject name: Anatomy
A newborn has multiple congenital defects owing to dysgenesis of the neural crest. Which of the following cells is most likely to be spared? 
Select and explain. 
A. Geniculate ganglion cells, B. Melanocytes, C. Motor neurons, D. Parafollicular cells
C: Motor neurons
Answer: C: Motor neurons 
Explanation: Motor neurons develop from the neural tube, more specifically from the basal plate. Other options (Geniculate ganglion cells,Melanocytes and Parafollicular cells) are derivatives of the neural crest. Derrvatives of the neural crest: