Anatomy The vertebral artery A Arises from the second part of subclavian artery , from behind scalenus anterior B Lies anterior to inferior thyroid artery C Passes through the C6 foramen transversarium D Passes anterior to the lateral mass of atlas and then enters the foramen magnum 💡 Explanation The vertebral artery ✓ Correct Answer: C. Passes through the C6 foramen transversarium