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Which valve action results from an increase in pressure in the ventricles of the heart?

Correct answer: D. The opening of the semilunar valves

  • A. The closing of all the heart valves
  • B. The closing of semilunar valves
  • C. The opening of the bicuspid valve
  • D. The opening of the semilunar valves
  • E. The opening of the tricuspid valve

Explanation

When the pressure of the ventricles increases, the bicuspid and tricuspid valves close and semilunar valves open.

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