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ZOO 101 Mammalian Circulatory System Objective Question

Question

How does blood pressure in arteries typically compare to that in veins?
Options
A Arteries have lower pressure.
B Arteries have higher pressure.
Correct Answer
C Pressure is the same in both.
D Veins have no pressure.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Arteries have a higher pressure than veins.

Hint

This pressure is generated by the heart's contraction.

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