During Exercise, Blood Flow to Skeletal Muscles Increases

question 70

Multiple Choice

During exercise, blood flow to skeletal muscles increases. What other blood flow changes occur?

• A) Blood flow to coronary vessels increases, and flow to abdominal organs decreases.
• B) Blood flow to skin decreases, and flow to the kidneys increases.
• C) Blood flow to coronary vessels increases, and flow to skin and brain decreases.
• D) Blood flow to skin, heart, and kidneys decreases.

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