During swallowing, food may become lodged in which of the following structures?
  1. Vallecula
  2. Pyriform recess
  3. Salpingopharyngeal fold
  4. A and B
Explanation
Answer: D - The vallecula is a small depression located within the median glossoepiglottic fold. The pyriform recess is a trough that lies between the lateral glossoepiglottic fold and the lateral wall of the laryngeal pharynx.
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