Which of the following does NOT contribute to increased stroke volume during exercise?

A. Increased venous return
B. Increased sympathetic stimulation of ventricular muscle
C. Increased end-diastolic volume
D. Increased contractility of cardiac muscle
E. Increased length of filling time during diastole


Answer: E

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