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One of the reasons why some people cough after eating a meal may be due to the improper movement of ______

ALarynx

BDiaphragm

CNeck

DEpiglottis

Answer:

D. Epiglottis

Read Explanation:

Coughing while eating or swallowing can be caused by improper movement of the epiglottis, a flap of cartilages in the throat that act as a switch between the larynx and esophagus. when the epiglottis is does not move properly, food can enter the trachea instead of the oesophagus which can lead to coughing.


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