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What is the primary function of the larynx?
 
  a. Cover the glottic opening during forced expiration.
  b. House Waldeyer's ring of tonsilar material for airway defense.
  c. Protect airway during eating or drinking.
  d. Provide a common passageway for food and gas.

Question 2

What is the cartilage that is commonly referred to as the Adam's apple?
 
  a. Arytenoid
  b. Cricoid
  c. Cuneiform
  d. Thyroid



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Generally, it functions to protect the respiratory tract during eating and drinking and in phona-tion.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The thyroid cartilage forms most of the upper portion of the larynx and is generally referred to as the Adam's apple.



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