Indicate which acid-base abnormality is represented by the [HCO₃-]/[CO₂] ratio listed by using the answer code:
-40/1
A)uncompensated respiratory acidosis
B)uncompensated metabolic acidosis
C)uncompensated respiratory alkalosis
D)uncompensated metabolic alkalosis

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The [HCO₃-]/[CO₂] ratio of 40/1 indicates an increased bicarbonate level relative to CO₂, which is characteristic of uncompensated metabolic alkalosis.

Indicate Which Acid-Base Abnormality Is Represented by the [HCO₃-]/[CO₂] Ratio