Negative-pressure breathing involves:

A. pushing or forcing air into the lungs.
B. increasing airway resistance during breathing.
C. relaxing the respiratory muscles.
D. a drop in pressure within the chest cavity.


Ans: D. a drop in pressure within the chest cavity.

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