Match the change in gas composition with the response (disregard weak responses).
-Bronchioles and systemic arterioles dilate.
A)PO₂ increases.
B)PCO₂ increases.
C)PO₂ decreases.
D)PCO₂ decreases.

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An increase in PCO₂ (carbon dioxide levels) in the blood leads to dilation of bronchioles and systemic arterioles as the body attempts to increase the removal of CO₂ by increasing blood flow and airway diameter.

Match the Change in Gas Composition with the Response (Disregard