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An adult human with average health has systolic and diastolic pressures as:

Correct answer: A. 120 mm Hg and 80 mm Hg

  • A. 120 mm Hg and 80 mm Hg
  • B. 50 mm Hg and 80 mm Hg
  • C. 80 mm Hg and 80 mm Hg
  • D. 70 mm Hg and 120 mm Hg

Explanation

It is correct. Systolic pressure of 120 mm Hg is considered normal and diastolic pressure of 80 mm Hg is also considered normal. Although, slight variations are acceptable.

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