Rhythmicity of breathing involves

A. the pre-Bötzinger complex of the ventral respiratory group.
B. pontine respiratory group as a necessary part.
C. conscious effort and control.
D. a set pattern of inspiration-expiration that is always the same.
E. stimulation of inspiration. Expiration is automatic.


Answer: A

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