In which of the following disorders would the TET during an FVC likely be increased?
I.Asthma
II.Cystic fibrosis
III.Pneumonia
IV.Pulmonary fibrosis
A) I and II only
B) I, II, III, and IV
C) III and IV only
D) I, II and III only

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The TET (time to exhale 75% of the FVC) is increased in conditions with airway obstruction, such as asthma and cystic fibrosis, as the patient struggles to fully exhale. Pneumonia and pulmonary fibrosis do not typically result in airway obstruction, so the TET would not be affected in these conditions.

In Which of the Following Disorders Would the TET During