What Role Is Served by the Pneumotaxic Center

Multiple Choice

What role is served by the pneumotaxic center?

A) It stimulates the inspiratory center to increase the length and depth of inspiration.
B) It inhibits the apneustic and inspiratory centers to prevent overinflation of the lungs.
C) It sends impulses to the abdominal and accessory muscles when more forceful exhalations are needed.
D) It detects increasing levels of CO₂ and triggers inspiration as needed.