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Peripheral resistance (PR) to the blood flow is the resistance of:

a. Capillary system
b. Venous system
c. Arterial system

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Answer: C) Arterial system

Explanation:

Peripheral resistance to the blood flow is the resistance of arterial system as, peripheral resistance is exerted by the artery to the flow of blood . Among all vascular bed artery, capillary and vein, arteries are the vessel which has the property of recoiling due to smooth muscles to exert resistance. As, increase in peripheral resistance and blood volume result in higher blood pressure. It is the resistance of the arteries to the blood flow.

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