Describe the temporalis muscle with respect to origin, insertion, action, and innervation.
A) Origin: Temporal fossa; Insertion: Coronoid process of mandible; Action: Elevates and retracts mandible; Innervation: Trigeminal nerve (V)
B) Origin: Zygomatic arch; Insertion: Mandible; Action: Closes jaw; Innervation: Facial nerve (VII)
C) Origin: Frontal bone; Insertion: Occipital bone; Action: Raises eyebrows; Innervation: Facial nerve (VII)
D) Origin: Sternum; Insertion: Clavicle; Action: Flexes the neck; Innervation: Accessory nerve (XI)

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