During examination the doctor performs auscultation to assess the functioning of the patient’s mitral valve. Where can the sound of this valve be auscultated?

Answer options

1. At the apex of the heart
2. At the edge of the sternum in the 2nd intercostal space on the right
3. At the edge of the sternum over the 5th costal cartilage on the left
4. At the edge of the sternum over the 5th costal cartilage on the right
5. At the edge of the sternum in the 2nd intercostal space on the left