Hyperventilation syndrome is a common psychological condition that:
a. is always benign and resolves with no treatment.
b. is characterized by shallow, irregular, rapid breaths.
c. is often precipitated by exercise.
d. results in abnormally low blood carbon dioxide levels.
Answer: d
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