The ability to vary the pitch of the voice results from varying
A) the tension in the vocal folds.
B) the size of the laryngeal cartilages.
C) the shape of the cricoid cartilage.
D) the force of air passing over the vocal folds.

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The pitch of the voice is primarily controlled by the tension in the vocal folds; tighter tension results in a higher pitch, while looser tension results in a lower pitch.

The Ability to Vary the Pitch of the Voice Results