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if the radius of the artery decreases by a factor of 1.5 because of the blockage by what factor has the volume flow rate decreased?

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if the radius of the artery decreases by a factor of 1.5 because of the blockage by what factor has the volume flow rate decreased?

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As vessel diameter decreases, the resistance increases and blood flow decreases. Very little pressure remains by the time blood leaves the capillaries and enters the venules.
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