Multiple Choice
If the nerves from the carotid and aortic bodies are cut,which of these would occur?
A) A decrease in arterial PO₂ will no longer increase ventilation.
B) An increase in arterial PCO₂ will no longer increase ventilation.
C) An increase in arterial lactic acid will inhibit ventilation.
D) An increase in arterial PCO₂ will inhibit ventilation.
E) A decrease in arterial PO₂ will inhibit ventilation.
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