Respiration: practice question

A Physiology question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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Physiology · Respiration

Sample item

What muscle is main for quiet inspiration?

Original practice item, not a recalled exam question. Nothing here is recorded.

The answer and the reasoning

B. Diaphragm

This item reviews Respiration; Diaphragm is the best answer because it directly matches the anatomical or physiological relationship described.

Option by option

  • A. Biceps

    Biceps is plausible but not the best answer.

  • B. Diaphragm (correct)

    Correct. Diaphragm fits the defining feature.

  • C. Masseter

    Masseter is unsupported by the key finding.

  • D. Rectus abdominis

    Rectus abdominis does not fit the stated relationship.

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What is the answer to this Physiology question?

The best answer is B, Diaphragm. This item reviews Respiration; Diaphragm is the best answer because it directly matches the anatomical or physiological relationship described.

Why is "Biceps" not the answer?

Biceps is plausible but not the best answer.

Why is "Masseter" not the answer?

Masseter is unsupported by the key finding.

Why is "Rectus abdominis" not the answer?

Rectus abdominis does not fit the stated relationship.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Respiration in Physiology. The correct option holds because: Correct. Diaphragm fits the defining feature.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Respiration?

For each system, sketch the key graph (pressure–volume loop, oxygen dissociation curve, nephron handling) and explain it aloud. Then use the flashcards and the other Physiology questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.