Which Statement Is Incorrect

Multiple Choice

Which statement is incorrect?

A) Respiratory rate and depth increase as a compensatory measure to combat metabolic acidosis.
B) The respiratory system can compensate completely for metabolic acidosis.
C) The respiratory responses to acid-base imbalances represent the second line of defense against changes in pH of the body fluids.
D) Metabolic alkalosis inhibits (depresses) respiration.
E) The respiratory system responds to changes in [H⁺] within one to three minutes.