Predict the most immediate consequence of the inflammation of the pleural sac in a human.

A. Lung volume would decrease.
B. Gas exchange would decrease.
C. Hemoglobin's oxygen affinity would decrease.
D. Respiratory muscle activity would decrease.


Answer: A

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