Question

blood pressure is highest in the __________ and lowest in the __________. multiple choice arteries closest to the heart; veins arteries; capillaries brachial artery; capillaries

Explanation:

Blood pressure is highest in the arteries closest to the heart as they receive blood directly from the heart under high - pressure. Veins have the lowest blood pressure as they are returning blood to the heart and the pressure has been reduced through the circulation. Capillaries have intermediate pressure.

Answer:

A. arteries closest to the heart; veins