Laryngology: practice question

A ENT question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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ENT · Laryngology

Sample item

What is the function of the vocal folds?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

D. Phonation and airway protection

Vocal folds vibrate to create voice and close protectively during swallowing, helping prevent material entering the lower airway.

Option by option

  • A. Blood filtration

    Blood filtration is performed by renal glomeruli.

  • B. Bile secretion

    Bile is secreted by the liver into the biliary system.

  • C. Taste sensation

    Taste sensation is mediated by cranial nerves and taste buds.

  • D. Phonation and airway protection (correct)

    Correct: vocal folds create voice and protect the airway.

Source note: Original NextPrep sample item — pending expert review. This item is original practice material awaiting independent expert review, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.

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What is the answer to this ENT question?

The best answer is D, Phonation and airway protection. Vocal folds vibrate to create voice and close protectively during swallowing, helping prevent material entering the lower airway.

Why is "Blood filtration" not the answer?

Blood filtration is performed by renal glomeruli.

Why is "Bile secretion" not the answer?

Bile is secreted by the liver into the biliary system.

Why is "Taste sensation" not the answer?

Taste sensation is mediated by cranial nerves and taste buds.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Laryngology in ENT. The correct option holds because: Correct: vocal folds create voice and protect the airway.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Laryngology?

Learn tuning fork results and audiogram patterns by sketching them. Then use the flashcards and the other ENT questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.