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Anatomy & Physiology: Respiratory Quiz

During expiration, the diaphragm ___ causing a(n) ___ in thoracic volume and a(n) ___ in the alveolar pressure.

A. Relaxes; decrease, increase

B. Relaxes; increase, decrease

C. Contracts; decrease; increase

D. Contracts; increase; decrease

Select your answer:
     


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To increase CO2 levels in the blood, a person should

A. Breathe faster than normal

B. All of the choices are correct

C. Take deeper and longer breaths

D. Hold their breath



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