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Where is the procerus muscle located, and what is its function?

  1. Across the bridge of the nose, draws brows down

  2. Around the mouth, puckers lips

  3. Under the chin, assists in lowering the lip

  4. Back of the neck, extends the head

The correct answer is: Across the bridge of the nose, draws brows down

The procerus muscle is located across the bridge of the nose and its main function is to draw the brows down. Option B is incorrect because the orbicularis oris muscle is located around the mouth and puckers the lips. Option C is also incorrect because the depressor labii inferioris muscle is located under the chin and assists in lowering the lip. Option D is incorrect because the semispinalis capitis muscle is located in the back of the neck and extends the head. Therefore, the correct answer is A.