What causes the "seesaw" breathing pattern of young children?

A) The pronounced inward curvature at the bottom of the ribcage.
B) The size of their tongues in proportion to their mouths.
C) The cricoid cartilage and trachea are both more flexible than in adults, making breathing more difficult.
D) They rely more on the diaphragm during breathing difficulty.


D

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