The Amount of Air That Can Be Forcibly Taken in After

Question

The amount of air that can be forcibly taken in after normally inhaling is called _____ volume.
A) tidal
B) residual
C) inspiratory reserve
D) expiratory reserve

Accepted Answer

The amount of air that can be forcibly taken in after normally inhaling is called inspiratory reserve volume. Tidal volume is the amount of air normally inhaled and exhaled during regular breathing. Residual volume is the amount of air left in the lungs after forcefully exhaling. Expiratory reserve is the amount of air that can be forcibly exhaled after a normal exhalation.