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Assertion `:-` Larynx is a cartilaginous box which helps in sound production.
Reason `:-` Epiglottis flap covers the glottis during swallowing and prevents the entry of food into the larynx.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and reasonis the correct explanation of assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If both assertion and reason are false.

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