Blocking afferent action potentials from the chemoreceptors in the carotid and aortic bodies would interfere with the brain's ability to regulate breathing in response to all EXCEPT which of the following?

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The carotid and aortic bodies are primarily involved in detecting changes in blood gases (P_CO₂, P_O₂) and pH, not blood pressure. Blood pressure is primarily regulated by baroreceptors.

Blocking Afferent Action Potentials from the Chemoreceptors in the Carotid