What changes in ventilatory pattern would be expected during the third stage of moderate exercise?
A) alveolar ventilation increases rapidly
B) alveolar ventilation returns to pre-exercise level
C) alveolar ventilation gradually increases until maximum ventilation is reached
D) alveolar ventilation stabilizes

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During the third stage of moderate exercise, alveolar ventilation stabilizes as the body reaches a steady state where oxygen demand and carbon dioxide production are balanced by ventilation.

What Changes in Ventilatory Pattern Would Be Expected During the Third