The descending aorta is bifurcated into two vessels, which further divide from the femoral artery that supplies blood to the thigh muscles of the legs:
Correct answer: B. iliac artery
- A. iliac vein
- B. iliac artery
- C. temporal artery
- D. Sciatic artery
Explanation
The descending aorta is bifurcated into two vessels called the common iliac arteries (Option B). These common iliac arteries further divide into the external iliac artery and the internal iliac artery. The external iliac artery is the vessel that supplies blood to the muscles of the legs, including the high muscles of the legs.So, the correct answer is:B. Iliac artery
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