During quiet expiration,
A.
thoracic cavity volume decreases.
B.
the diaphragm and external intercostal muscles contract.
C.
inspiratory neurons in the VRG spontaneously depolarize.
D.
air moves from the atmosphere to the alveoli.
A
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