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The blood flow is _______________ flow at systolic pressure?

Correct answer: A. Laminar

  • A. Laminar
  • B. Turbulent
  • C. Mixed
  • D. None

Explanation

Blood normally flows in an orderly, layered manner through arteries, which is laminar flow, including under ordinary systolic conditions. Students may choose turbulent flow because systolic pressure is the higher pressure, but high pressure alone does not automatically make the flow turbulent.

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