What is the average residual volume (RV) of human lungs?
A6000 mL to 8000 mL
B1100 mL to 1200 mL
C2500 mL to 3000 mL
D150 mL to 200 mL
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. 1100 mL to 1200 mL
About 1100 to 1200 mL of air stays in the lungs even after the most forceful expiration.
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