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Assertion : Inspiration occurs due to muscular relaxation.
Reason : During inspiration, the diaphragm and external intercostal muscle contract simultaneously.

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insspiration is the result of muscular contraction . The diaphargm and external intercostal muscle contracts simultaneously. The lateral thoracic wall moves outward and upward .
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