Which Circumstance Would Increase Ventilation Frequency in Humans

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which circumstance would increase ventilation frequency in humans?

• A) A reduction in arterial blood CO₂ partial pressure by 15 mm Hg
• B) A rise in venous blood CO₂ partial pressure by 15 mm Hg
• C) A reduction in arterial blood O₂ partial pressure by 15 mm Hg
• D) A rise in venous blood O₂ partial pressure by 15 mm Hg

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