Asked by Katie Utley on Jun 29, 2024

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The maximum volume of air that can be moved in plus the maximum volume of air that can be moved out during a single breath is the

A) tidal volume.
B) inspiratory reserve volume.
C) expiratory reserve volume.
D) vital capacity.
E) residual volume.

Vital Capacity

The maximum amount of air a person can expel from the lungs after a maximum inhalation, used to assess the health of respiratory systems.

Tidal Volume

The volume of air moved into or out of the lungs during a normal breath.

Inspiratory Reserve Volume

The additional air that can be forcibly inhaled after the inspiration of a normal tidal volume, reflecting lung capacity.

  • Distinguish between the types of respiratory volumes and capacities.
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Zybrea KnightJul 05, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
The maximum volume of air that can be moved in (inspiratory reserve volume) plus the maximum volume of air that can be moved out (expiratory reserve volume) during a single breath is the vital capacity. Therefore, D is the correct choice.