The Function of an Atrium Is to

question 56

Multiple Choice

The function of an atrium is to

• A) collect blood returning to the heart.
• B) pump blood to the lungs.
• C) pump blood into the systemic circuit.
• D) prevent the movement of blood back into the ventricles.
• E) stabilize the position of the heart valves.

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Marginal Cost

The cost to produce one additional unit of a good or service.

Average Variable

The variable cost per unit of output, calculated by dividing total variable costs by the quantity of output produced.

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