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The flap-like structure that prevents food from entering the larynx is called the
 A) uvula.
  B) soft palate.
  C) epiglottis.
  D) thyroid cartilage.
  E) cricoid cartilage.

Question 2

________ reflexes perform the simplest functions of the autonomic nervous system.
 A) Somatic
  B) Cranial
  C) Spinal
  D) Visceral
  E) Consensual


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Reply #1 on: Feb 28, 2019
Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

D


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