All of the Following Are True of Swallowing (Deglutition)except One

question 110

Multiple Choice

All of the following are true of swallowing (deglutition) except one.Select the statement that is not true of swallowing.

• A) The involuntary portion of swallowing takes place in the pharynx.
• B) The mouth, pharynx and esophagus all take part in swallowing.
• C) The epiglottis assists in propelling food into the trachea.
• D) The voluntary phase of swallowing takes place within the mouth.

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