Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements is true regarding the arterial system?
A) Arteries are large-diameter vessels.
B) The arterial system is a high-pressure system.
C) The walls of arteries are thinner than those of veins.
D) Arteries can expand greatly to accommodate a large blood volume increase.
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