The blood vessels that are under the greatest pressure are the ________.

A) arterioles
B) capillaries
C) elastic arteries
D) veins
E) venules

Elastic Arteries

Arteries that contain elastic fibers in their walls, allowing them to stretch and recoil as blood is pumped through them by the heart.

Greatest Pressure

Typically refers to the highest pressure within the cardiovascular system, often associated with systolic blood pressure during heartbeats.

Arterioles

Small diameter blood vessels that extend from an artery and connect to capillaries, playing a key role in regulating blood pressure and flow.