Which Portion of the Respiratory Tract Is Commonly Referred to as the "Throat

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which portion of the respiratory tract is commonly referred to as the "throat"?

• A) pharynx
• B) larynx
• C) glottis
• D) trachea
• E) epiglottis

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