Question

how is blood pressure in the body affected by exercise?
a. systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure decreases
b. systolic pressure decreases, diastolic pressure remains constant
c. systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure remains constant
d. systolic pressure remains constant, diastolic pressure increases

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

During exercise, the heart pumps more blood to meet the body's oxygen demands, so systolic pressure (pressure when the heart contracts) increases. Diastolic pressure (pressure when the heart relaxes) typically remains relatively constant or may even decrease slightly in regular exercise, but among the options, option C states systolic increases and diastolic remains constant, which aligns with the general physiological response.

Answer:

C. systolic pressure increases, diastolic pressure remains constant