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Which of the Following Events Occur as a Result of the Diaphragm

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Which of the following events occur as a result of the diaphragm and external intercostals contracting to facilitate inspiration?


A) An increase in the volume of the thoracic cavity and lung reducing the intrapulmonary pressure
B) An increase in the pressure within the lung occurring due to Boyle's law
C) A decrease in the volume of the thoracic cavity and lung increasing the intrapulmonary pressure
D) A change in the thoracic cavity and lung volume leading to an intrapulmonary pressure that exceeds the atmospheric pressure

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