Which of the Following Is Most Likely to Occur When

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely to occur when a soldier stands at attention--very still, with legs and spine straight?

• A) decreased pressure in the capillaries of the feet
• B) increased absorption of interstitial fluid by the capillaries of the feet
• C) increased storage of blood in the veins of the feet and legs
• D) increased venous return
• E) increased blood flow to the brain

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Definitions:

Neandertals

An extinct species of archaic humans that lived throughout Europe and parts of Asia until about 40,000 years ago, known for their robust physical characteristics and cultural complexity.

Homo Erectus

An extinct species of hominid that lived throughout most of the Pleistocene geological epoch, known for being one of the first early humans to have human-like body proportions.

Genetic Ancestry

The lineage or descent traced through genes, often used to understand evolutionary relationships and individual ancestry.

Homo Habilis

A species of early human known for its use of simple stone tools, considered one of the earliest members of the genus Homo.