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A normal respiratory rate for a cat would be ____.

  1. 20 breaths per minute.

  2. 25 breaths per minute.

  3. 27 breaths per minute.

  4. 30 breaths per minute.

The correct answer is: 27 breaths per minute.

A normal respiratory rate for a cat is generally between 20-30 breaths per minute. Option A (20 breaths per minute) is on the lower end of the normal range and could be acceptable for some cats, while option D (30 breaths per minute) is on the higher end. Option B (25 breaths per minute) is possible but less common and may not necessarily indicate a problem. Option C (27 breaths per minute) is the most accurate choice as it falls within the typical range for a cat's respiratory rate.