In left ventricular hypertrophy, more electricity flows through the heart. In practical terms, how will the QRS complexes appear?

A. Shorter and wider than normal
B. Taller and deeper than normal
C. Wider than normal and bizarre
D. Narrower than normal and bizarre


Answer: B

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