What cartilage of the larynx helps to "direct" food to the esophagus?

A) epiglottis
B) glottis
C) thyroid
D) cricoid


A
Explanation:
B) The glottis does not "direct" food to the esophagus.
C) The thyroid cartilage does not "direct" food to the esophagus.
D) The cricoid cartilage does not direct food toward the esophagus.

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