What would happen if the trachea did not have cartilaginous rings?

A) The trachea would collapse.
B) Sense of smell would be lost, and food would taste funny.
C) Incoming air would not be humidified.
D) Incoming air would not undergo filtration.


Answer: A

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a. True b. False

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