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Which of the following statements are correct with respect to vital capacity?
(a) It includes ERV, TV and IRV.
(b) Total volume of air a person can inspire after a normal expiration.
(c) The maximum volume of air a person can breathe in after forced expiration.
(d) It includes ERV, RV and IRV.
(e) The maximum volume of air a person can breathe out after a forced inspiration.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
Detailed Solution
Vital capacity (VC) is the maximum volume of air a person can breathe in after a forced expiration, or the maximum volume a person can breathe out after a forced inspiration. It includes ERV, TV and IRV (not RV).
