Suppose That the Build-Up of Fatty Tissue on the Wall

question 48

Multiple Choice

Suppose that the build-up of fatty tissue on the wall of an artery decreased the radius by 10%.By what percent would the arterial pressure difference produced by the heart have to be increased to maintain a constant blood flow?

• A) 48%
• B) 52%
• C) 50%
• D) 46%
• E) 54%

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