The underlying goal of the body's cardiovascular control mechanisms is to ensure that all tissues receive which of the following?

a. Blood flow according to their mass
b. Blood flow according to their size
c. Equivalent amounts of blood flow
d. Perfusion according to their metabolic needs


ANS: D
The goal is to maintain adequate perfusion to all tissues according to their needs.

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