Blood flows more slowly in arterioles than in arteries because arterioles _________.
a. have narrow openings that impede the exit of blood from arteries
b. collectively have a larger cross-sectional area than do arteries
c. must provide an opportunity for exchange with the interstitial fluid
d. have rings of smooth muscle that restrict blood flow to capillary beds
e. are narrower than arteries
Answer: b. collectively have a larger cross-sectional area than do arteries
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