Which Function Is Done by the Aortic Valve

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Multiple Choice

Which function is done by the aortic valve?

• A) preventing the backflow of blood into the aorta during ventricular diastole
• B) preventing the backflow of blood into the left ventricle during ventricular diastole
• C) preventing the backflow of blood into the right ventricle during ventricular diastole
• D) closing when the first heart sound is heard

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