Relaxation of Arteriolar Smooth Muscle Causes the Radius of the Vessel

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Short Answer

Relaxation of arteriolar smooth muscle causes the radius of the vessel to _______________, a process known as ________________, whereas contraction of arteriolar smooth muscle causes the radius of the vessel to _______________, a process known as ______________.

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Definitions:

Cumulative Preferred Stock

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Preferred Stock

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Shares that were once part of the outstanding shares of a company but were bought back and held in the company's treasury.