An increase in the partial pressure of oxygen causes pulmonary arterioles to ________, thereby altering ________ to make gas exchange more efficient.

A. constrict; perfusion
B. constrict; ventilation
C. dilate; perfusion
D. dilate; ventilation


Answer: C

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