Which of the following lung architecture characteristics creates an increased susceptibility for aspiration in the lung?
A) A left mainstem angle of 40 to 60 degrees from the trachea
B) A right mainstem angle of 25 degrees from the trachea
C) A length of 2 inches from the trachea to the lung
D) A length of 1 inch from the trachea to the lung
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