Paul is getting ready to blow up a pool float because he can't find the air pump. He takes a big breath in after exhaling normally. The air he takes in is the ________.
A) inspiratory reserve volume
B) vital capacity
C) inspiratory capacity
D) tidal volume

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Inspiratory capacity is the maximum amount of air a person can inhale after a normal exhalation, which is what Paul is doing by taking a big breath in after exhaling normally.

Paul Is Getting Ready to Blow Up a Pool Float