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A. The amount of air remaining in the lungs after the expiration of a normal breath at rest
B. The maximum amount of air that can be inspired after the expiration of a normal breath at rest
C. The maximum amount of air that can be moved
D. The maximum amount of air the lung can hold


Answer: B

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