Increased pressure in the aortic arch will activate the aortic arch reflex and cause

A. increased parasympathetic stimulation of the heart.
B. vasoconstriction of peripheral vessels increasing the blood pressure.
C. increased ADH secretion.
D. a decrease in the frequency of action potentials from the aortic baroreceptors.
E. increased sympathetic stimulation of the heart.


Answer: A

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