Identify a step involved in the esophageal stage of swallowing.
A) The epiglottis covers the opening of the larynx.
B) Peristalsis facilitates the movement of the bolus to the stomach.
C) The soft palate and the uvula become elevated to block the nasal cavity.
D) The deglutination center in the brain stem gets activated.
E) Deglutination enables the bolus to enter the pharynx.
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