When the Inspiratory Muscles Contract

question 98

Multiple Choice

When the inspiratory muscles contract,

• A) thoracic volume increases.
• B) pleural pressure increases.
• C) the alveolar pressure increases.
• D) expiration occurs.
• E) thoracic volume decreases.

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