This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Surgery
In performing an elective tracheostomy, the trachea should be entered 
Select and explain. 
A. Below the cricoid, B. Above the cricoid, C. Through the cricothyroid membrane, D. Laterally below the thyroid cartilage
A: Below the cricoid
Answer: A: Below the cricoid 
Explanation: None