Which Statement Correctly Describes What Happens During Inspiration

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which statement correctly describes what happens during inspiration?

• A) The external intercostal, pectoralis minor, and sternocleidomastoid muscles contract to expand the rib cage and the diaphragm contracts to flatten its dome shape.
• B) The external intercostal, pectoralis major, and sternocleidomastoid muscles contract to expand the rib cage and the diaphragm contracts to flatten its dome shape.
• C) The external intercostal, pectoralis major, and sternocleidomastoid muscles contract to expand the rib cage and the diaphragm relaxes to flatten its dome shape.
• D) The external intercostal and sternocleidomastoid muscles contract to expand the rib cage and the diaphragm contracts to flatten its dome shape.

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