With expiration, which direction will the diaphragm move?

inferiorly
posteriorly
superiorly
anteriorly


superiorly

Rationale: Upon expiration, the diaphragm will move superiorly to remove air from the lungs. Upon inspiration, the diaphragm will move to its most inferior point, maximizing the lung capacity.

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