You are viewing a vessel through the microscope and note the presence of valves. In what direction would blood flowing as it moves through this vessel?

A) Toward the heart
B) Away from the heart
C) Toward the pulmonary capillaries
D) Toward the systemic capillaries


Answer: A

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