Which of the Following Statements About Arteries Is False

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about arteries is False?

• A) Arterial walls are thicker than venous walls.
• B) Arteries have a smaller lumen than veins of similar size.
• C) Arteries carry oxygenated blood to the heart.
• D) Arteries have more elastin than veins.

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