Inspiratory capacity is ________.
A) air inspired after a tidal inhalation
B) functional residual capacity
C) the total amount of exchangeable air
D) the total amount of air that can be inspired after a tidal expiration

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Inspiratory capacity is the maximum amount of air that can be inspired after a normal expiration. It is the sum of tidal volume and inspiratory reserve volume. Option A describes tidal volume, option B describes the volume of air remaining in the lungs after a normal expiration, and option C describes the sum of tidal volume, inspiratory reserve volume, and expiratory reserve volume.

Inspiratory Capacity Is ________