Test: Human Anatomy and Physiology

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Contraction of the diaphragm and intercostal muscles during inspiration causes what type of pressure change within the pleural space (area outside the lungs but within the chest cavity)?

No change in pressure

Positive pressure change

More information is needed to answer the question

Negative pressure change

Becomes more positive

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