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(1) An arteriole undergoes vasomotion andshrinks from 4 mm in diameter to 2 mm. If MAP remains the same, theflow of blood will drop by what percentage?


a.about 95%


b.about 50%


c.about 60%


d.about 80%


e.about 120%


(2)_________has themost important effect on blood flow through the capillarybeds.


a.Bloodviscosity


b.Vesselradius


c.Bloodosmolarity


d.Hematocrit


e.Vessellength



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