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If a blood vessel leading from an animal's heart to its leg gets clogged, what might happen?

A. Blood won't be able to bring oxygen and nutrients to the leg
B. Blood won't be able to get oxygen from the lungs

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Peripheral artery disease: A blockage in the legs can lead to leg pain or cramps with activity (claudication), changes in skin color, sores or ulcers and feeling tired in the legs. Total loss of circulation can lead to gangrene and loss of a limb.
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