Vasoconstriction in the Dermis Will ____ the Flow of Blood

question 120

Multiple Choice

Vasoconstriction in the dermis will ____ the flow of blood near the body surface and thereby ____ the loss of heat.

• A)increase/decrease
• B)decrease/decrease
• C)increase/increase
• D)decrease/increase

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