Platelets are important to the
a. Smooth flow of blood through the capillaries
b. Blood clotting process
c. Production of red blood cells and white blood cells
d. Response of the body to infection
B
Platelets provide the foundation for the formation of the fibrin clot. Platelets do not affect the thickness or smooth flow of blood in the capillaries (response A). Responses C and D are also incorrect. Platelets do not have a role in the development of red blood cells and white blood cells, and the platelet level does not increase or decrease in response to an infection.
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