Why Is Blood Pressure Higher During Systole Than During Diastole

question 33

Multiple Choice

Why is blood pressure higher during systole than during diastole?

• A)The contraction of the heart during systole increases the blood pressure against arterial walls.
• B)The relaxation of the heart during systole increases the blood pressure against arterial walls.
• C)The contraction of the heart during diastole decreases the blood pressure against arterial walls.
• D)More blood flows into the heart during systole than during diastole.

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