Question

As the external iliac artery enters the thigh, its name changes to the femoral artery.

a. True
b. False

Answer 1

TRUE

Step-by-step explanation:

The external iliac arteries is a major blood vessel that arises by the bifurcation of the common iliac artery.

When the external iliac arteries exists the pelvic girdle inferior and posterior to the inguinal ligament and enters the thigh, they are known as the femoral arteries. The femoral arteries are the primary arterial supply to thighs and the legs.