A weakened and ballooned artery is called a(n):
A) arteriosclerosis
B) aneurysm
C) phlebitis
D) atherosclerosis
B
Explanation: An aneurysm is a weakened and ballooned artery. Arteriosclerosis is a hardened artery. Phlebitis is an inflamed vein. Atherosclerosis is a deposit of fatty yellow lipids in an artery.
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