Which of the Following Statements Are True of the Peripheral

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements are true of the peripheral chemoreceptors?
I.They account for only 20% to 30% of the ventilatory response to hypercapnia.
II.Unlike the central chemoreceptors, the carotid bodies are directly exposed to arterial blood.
III.The initial ventilatory response to metabolic acidosis is fairly quick.
IV.They are the most important mechanisms that respond to hypercapnia.

• A) II, III, IV
• B) I, II, III, IV
• C) II, IV
• D) I, II, III

---

Definitions:

Attitude Theory

A field of study within social psychology that examines how beliefs, feelings, and behaviors towards objects or concepts are organized and how they influence actions.

Sororities

Female student organizations typically formed in colleges and universities for social, academic, or philanthropic purposes.

Cognitive Dissonance

A psychological phenomenon where an individual experiences discomfort due to holding conflicting beliefs, attitudes, or values.

Sense Of Responsibility

The feeling or belief that one is accountable for their actions or has an obligation to perform certain tasks.