At what point in a breath hold deep dive would the CO2-O2 paradox occur?

A. CO2 paradox occurs on descent, O2 paradox occurs on ascent.
B. O2  paradox occurs on descent, CO2 paradox occurs on ascent
C. both occur during descent
D. both occur during ascent


Answer: A

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