Question

Parotid salivary glands occur

• A. In front of ear
• B. Below the lower jaw
• C. Below tongue
• D. At the angle of jaw

Hint:

Parotids are the largest salivary glands and lie near the ears.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept
Humans have three pairs of salivary glands: parotid, submandibular and sublingual.

Step 2: Locate the parotids
The parotid glands are the largest pair. They lie in the cheeks, just in front of each ear, and open through Stensen's duct.

Step 3: Other glands
The submandibular glands lie below the lower jaw and the sublingual glands lie below the tongue.

Step 4: Conclusion
Parotid glands occur in front of the ear.

Final Answer:
The parotid salivary glands are located in front of the ear. \[ \boxed{\text{(A) }\text{In front of ear}} \]