A Decrease in the Surface Area of the Respiratory Membrane

question 26

Multiple Choice

A decrease in the surface area of the respiratory membrane will cause the diffusion rate to ________.

• A) increase
• B) decrease
• C) remain unchanged

---

Definitions:

Indifference Curves

Graphical representations of different bundles of goods between which a consumer is indifferent, showing equal levels of satisfaction.

Horizontal Axis

A line on a graph or chart that runs left to right and usually represents the independent variable.

Vertical Axis

In a graph or chart, the y-axis, which typically measures the variable that is dependent on another variable measured along the horizontal axis.

Utility Function

A mathematical representation of how a consumer ranks different bundles of goods based on their level of satisfaction.