Which centers control tone and contraction of smooth muscles to influence factors such as peripheral resistance? Vagal centers Cardioacceleratory centers Vasomotor centers Cardioinhibitory centers
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Peripheral resistance refers to the resistance to blood flow in the blood vessels. Smooth muscles in the blood vessels are responsible for regulating blood flow. Show more…
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