Which of the following statements regarding swallowing is true?
A) The voluntary phase begins in the pharynx.
B) In the pharyngeal phase, food is moved through the pharynx.
C) The uvula rises during the esophageal phase.
D) Peristalsis occurs in all phases of swallowing.
E) Breathing occurs during swallowing.
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