During respiratory compensation for metabolic alkalosis

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During respiratory compensation for metabolic alkalosis, the body will attempt to decrease the pH by retaining carbon dioxide. This is achieved by decreasing the depth (shallow) and rate (slower) of breathing, as indicated in option (a) and (b). The levels of CO₂ (bicarbonate) in the body would not decrease, but would rather be the cause of the metabolic alkalosis. Therefore, option (c) can be eliminated, leaving (d) as the correct answer.

During Respiratory Compensation for Metabolic Alkalosis