Which of these arteries are able to actively dilate and constrict?
A. elastic arteries
B. medium-sized (distributing) arteries
C. arterioles
D. small arteries
E. All of these except elastic arteries show active dilation and constriction.
Answer: E. All of these except elastic arteries show active dilation and constriction.
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