Where is the thyroid gland remnant typically located if the descent of the thyroid anlage fails?

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On the front two-thirds of the tongue's upper surfaceOn the back one-third of the tongue's upper surfaceAt the base of the tongue near the foramen cecumOn the front two-thirds of the tongue's underside

Explanation

If the thyroid anlage does not descend properly, the remnant is commonly found at the base of the tongue close to the foramen cecum, which is the normal site of origin of the thyroid gland.