When you hold your breath, which of the following blood gas changes leads initially to the urge to breathe again?

A) rising carbon monoxide level
B) rising carbon dioxide level
C) falling carbon monoxide level
D) rising carbon dioxide level and falling carbon monoxide level


B

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What will be an ideal response?

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A) True B) False

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