As the heart contracts it forces the blood out with a great deal of force.  Damage to which blood vessel will result in a forceful spraying of blood?

A. capillary
B. artery
C. vein
D. arteriole
E. Damage to any of the blood vessels will result in a forceful spray of blood.


Answer: B

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