Which Statement About the Esophagus Is True

Multiple Choice

Which statement about the esophagus is true?

A) The esophagus is ventral to the trachea.
B) Gravity is the primary force that moves food through the esophagus.
C) Under normal circumstances, food moves from the larynx into the esophagus.
D) The autonomic and enteric nervous systems control the smooth muscle that runs the entire length of the esophagus.
E) When stretched, smooth muscle of the esophagus contracts and pushes food toward the stomach.