Multiple choice general knowledge

How many breaths per minute does the average adult take?

  1. 50 breaths

  2. 5 breaths

  3. 15 breaths

  4. 25 breaths

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C Correct answer
Explanation

A healthy adult at rest typically breathes 12-20 times per minute, with 15 breaths being the commonly cited average. Rates can vary with age, fitness level, and health conditions, but 15 is within the normal range.