People who live at high altitude for a long time show which adaptation?

Correct answer A. More red blood cells due to increased erythropoietin secretion

Explanation

At high altitude pO₂ is low. The kidneys release more erythropoietin, which stimulates red bone marrow to produce more red cells and haemoglobin, increasing oxygen-carrying capacity.

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