Simplify the Following Expression

question 53

Multiple Choice

Simplify the following expression.

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Definitions:

Bicarbonate Ions

Anions resulting from the dissociation of carbonic acid, serving an important role in buffering acids and bases in the body.

Respiratory Variables

Parameters that quantify aspects of breathing and lung function, including rate, volume, and flow of inhaled and exhaled air.

Minute Respiratory Volume (MRV)

The total volume of gas inhaled or exhaled from a person's lungs in one minute.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV)

Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV) is the additional amount of air that can be inhaled after a normal inhalation, providing a measure of lung capacity and respiratory health.