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In normal quiet expiration, the diaphragm and intercostal muscles:

ASecrete mucus
BContract violently
CRelax passively
DDepolarize rapidly
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Relax passively
Quiet exhalation occurs passively when the diaphragm and intercostal muscles relax.
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