In humans, the posterior vena cava is called the ________

A) superior vena cava
B) inferior vena cava
C) pulmonary vein
D) jugular vein


B
Explanation:
A) The anterior vena cava in the pig is called the superior vena cava in humans.
C) Both pigs and humans have pulmonary veins that carry oxygenated blood from the lungs to the right atrium.
D) Both pigs and humans have jugular veins that drain blood from the head.

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