Which of the following statements about the pulse is incorrect?
A) Pulse is the same in all arteries throughout the body.
B) Pulse may be felt in both arteries and veins.
C) Pulse indicates how well a person's cardiovascular system is working.
D) Pulse is the pressure of blood felt against an artery's wall.
B
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