Question

what occurs in arteries that results in the disease called atherosclerosis? multiple choice sustained smooth muscle contraction causes reduced lumen size. plaques containing cholesterol and other fats accumulate in the vessel walls. holes slowly develop in the vessel walls. valves become inflamed and eventually stiffen and become nonfunctional.

Explanation:

Atherosclerosis is characterized by the buildup of plaques made of cholesterol, fats, calcium, and other substances in artery walls. This description matches the option about plaque accumulation.

Answer:

B. Plaques containing cholesterol and other fats accumulate in the vessel walls.