Question

which of the following structures lies between the pharynx and the trachea?
a alveoli
b paranasal sinuses
c larynx
d bronchi

question 6
an inability to speak would be known as:
a orthopnea
b dysphagia
c dysphonia
d aphonia

Explanation:

First Question (Structure between pharynx and trachea)

• Option A: Alveoli are in the lungs, for gas exchange, not between pharynx and trachea.
• Option B: Paranasal sinuses are in the skull, around nasal cavity, not in this pathway.
• Option C: Larynx is the structure between pharynx (throat) and trachea (windpipe), involved in voice production and air passage.
• Option D: Bronchi branch from trachea into lungs, so after trachea, not between pharynx and trachea.

• Option A: Orthopnea is difficulty breathing when lying down, related to respiration, not speech.
• Option B: Dysphagia is difficulty swallowing, not speaking.
• Option C: Dysphonia is impaired voice (hoarseness, etc.), not inability to speak.
• Option D: Aphonia is the inability to produce voice/speak, matching the description.

Answer:

C. larynx

Second Question (Inability to speak)