Muscular arteries
A) are larger than elastic arteries and smaller than arterioles.
B) are exemplified by the aorta.
C) serve as the cushion to prevent sudden rises in blood pressure from causing trouble for the circulation.
D) have a thick media with a large amount of smooth muscle fiber within them.
E) None of the answers are correct.
D) have a thick media with a large amount of smooth muscle fiber within them.
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