In response to high blood carbon dioxide levels, the breathing rate will:
A)increase to inhale more oxygen
B)increase to exhale more carbon dioxide
C)decrease to inhale less oxygen
D)decrease to exhale less carbon dioxide

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When blood carbon dioxide levels are high, the body will increase its breathing rate in order to exhale more carbon dioxide and bring levels back to normal. Option A is incorrect because high blood carbon dioxide levels do not indicate a lack of oxygen, so there is no need for the body to forcefully inhale more oxygen. Option C and D are also incorrect for the same reason - decreased breathing rate would only serve to exacerbate the buildup of carbon dioxide in the blood.

In Response to High Blood Carbon Dioxide Levels, the Breathing