At a respiratory rate of 15 breaths per minute, a tidal volume of 500 mL, and an anatomical dead space of 150 mL, what is the minute ventilation?

A. 2.25 L/minute
B. 5.25 L/minute
C. 7.50 L/minute
D. 9.75 L/minute


ANS: C

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