Question

Which of the following best describes how the epiglottis is connected to the respiratory system's function?
Choose 1 answer:

(Choice A)
A
If food/water goes down the esophagus, a blockage to the pathway of air in the respiratory system may occur.

(Choice B)
B
If food/water goes down the trachea, a blockage to the pathway of air in the respiratory system may occur.

(Choice C)
C
Choking on food/water occurs when the epiglottis blocks the pathway of air from the nose to the pharynx.

(Choice D)
D
Choking on food/water occurs when the epiglottis blocks the pathway of air from the bronchi to the bronchioles.

Answer 1

Answer:

I think the answer is A hope it helps :)

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Answer 2

B

If food/water goes down the trachea, a blockage to the pathway of air in the respiratory system may occur.

That's why when swallowing the epiglotis which is made of elastic cartilage blocks the passage of food to the laryinx