Question

Swallowing is a $\underset{–}{}$that occurs in the $\underset{–}{}$ and includes the closing off of the nasopharynx by the $\underset{–}{}$

• A. voluntary action; larynx; Adam's apple
• B. reflex action; pharynx; soft palate
• C. voluntary action; mouth; epiglottis
• D. reflex action; soft palate; glottis

Answer 1

The correct option is B reflex action; pharynx; soft palate

Swallowing is a reflex action that occurs in the pharynx and includes the closing off of the nasopharynx by the soft palate.