Question 4 (1 point) This prevents food from entering the trachea and the lungs __ the epiglottis the tonsils the diaphragm the larynx

The answer is **the epiglottis**.<br /><br />The epiglottis is a flap of cartilage located at the base of the tongue that acts as a lid, closing over the trachea (windpipe) when you swallow. This prevents food and liquids from entering the airway and ensures they go down the esophagus to the stomach.<br />