Multiple Choice
Which of these statements correctly describes vital capacity?
A) It is the volume normally entering or leaving the lungs during a single breath.
B) It is the minimum volume the lungs can hold.
C) It is the maximum volume the lungs can hold.
D) It is the maximum volume that can be moved in or out during a single breath.
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