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Which Best Describes the Pharyngeal Phase of Swallowing?​

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Which best describes the pharyngeal phase of swallowing?​


A) ​The involuntary swallowing reflux begins and the bolus is carried through the throat to the top of the esophagus
B) ​There is rapid passage of large amounts of food into the small intestine
C) ​Esophageal peristalsis carries the bolus through the esophagus and LES and into the stomach
D) ​The tongue moves the bolus to the back of the throat
E) ​The food is chewed and prepared as a bolus by the tongue, teeth, and mandible

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