Which of the following best describes how the epiglottis is connected to the respiratory system's function? Choose 1

(Choice A)
A
If food/water goes down the esophagus, a blockage to the pathway of air in the respiratory system may occur.

(Choice B)
B
If food/water goes down the trachea, a blockage to the pathway of air in the respiratory system may occur.

(Choice C)
C
Choking on food/water occurs when the epiglottis blocks the pathway of air from the nose to the pharynx.

(Choice D)
D
Choking on food/water occurs when the epiglottis blocks the pathway of air from the bronchi to the bronchioles.