What is the forced expiratory volume?
A. the total volume of air that flows in and out of the respiratory system in a minute
B. the maximum volume of air that can be expired following a maximum inspiration
C. the volume of air remaining in the lungs after a maximum expiration
D. a measure of the percentage of the forced vital capacity that can be exhaled within a certain length of time
Answer: D. a measure of the percentage of the forced vital capacity that can be exhaled within a certain length of time
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