Researchers Are Measuring Regional Variations in Pulmonary Ventilation (V) and Blood

question 192

Multiple Choice

Researchers are measuring regional variations in pulmonary ventilation (V) and blood flow (Q) in healthy individuals while they stand in the upright position.  The results are graphed with the x-axis denoting the position along the lung from base to apex.  Which of the following curves is most likely to be observed?

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