What Is the Epiglottis

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Multiple Choice

What is the epiglottis?

• A)a muscle that moves the esophagus into line with the pharynx during swallowing
• B)a muscle that moves the trachea out of line with the pharynx during swallowing
• C)a flap that flips down to cover the entry to the trachea during swallowing
• D)a muscular sphincter that closes off the entry to the trachea during swallowing

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