Unknown All of the following statement about a normal subject in the erect position are true EXCEPT A Alveoli at the apex of the lung are less compliant that those at the base B Airway resistance is greater at the apex than at the base C More gas exchange occurs at the base of the lungs than at the apex D The ventilation/ perfusion ratio (VA/Qc) is lowest at the base of the lung 💡 Explanation All of the following statement about a normal subject in the erect position are true EXCEPT ✓ Correct Answer: B. Airway resistance is greater at the apex than at the base