Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the last step that produces an inspiration?
A) The atmospheric pressure becomes lower than the intrapleural pressure.
B) The diaphragm contracts.
C) The intercostal muscles contract.
D) The intra-alveolar pressure becomes lower than the atmospheric pressure.
E) The intrapleural pressure becomes positive.
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