Ala-Tragal line is:**
A. The line running from the tragus of the nose to ala of the ear  
B. A guide used to orient the occlusal plane
C. Parallel to Frankfurt horizontal plane
D. A guide to the occluding face height in complete denture.

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Answer :

B. A guide used to orient the occlusal plane

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