Which of the following is incorrect for the cricoid cartilage?

A) It comprises the only complete cartilaginous ring of the airway.
B) It articulates with the arytenoid cartilages.
C) It is an attachment of the vocal ligaments.
D) It is connected via a ligament to the thyroid cartilage.
E) It is connected via a joint to the thyroid cartilage.


Ans: C

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