All of the following statements are true of blood EXCEPT:

A. It makes up 10%-15% of the total body weight.
B. Adult blood volume is approximately 5 liters.
C. It is composed of formed elements suspended in a fluid called plasma.
D. About 50%-60% of blood volume is plasma.


Answer: A

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