All of the following conditions would cause a decreased concentration of oxygen in the blood, EXCEPT:
A. an increased respiratory rate.
B. a markedly decreased respiratory rate.
C. decreased mechanical effort during breathing.
D. conditions that create a physical barrier to diffusion.
Answer: A. an increased respiratory rate.
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