Valves in veins

A. make the use of a skeletal muscle pump unnecessary for venous blood flow.
B. are formed of the tunica media.
C. cause venous blood flow to go in only one direction.
D. are the leading cause of high blood pressure.
E. are found only in the largest veins.


Answer: C

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