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Which of the following factors increases the oxygen-binding affinity of hemoglobin?

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Increase in pCO₂ Increase in H⁺ concentration Decrease in temperature Correct Both 2 and 3

A decrease in temperature increases the oxygen-binding affinity of hemoglobin, promoting oxygen uptake in the lungs.

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