Stress relaxation occurs in arteries over the course of several minutes to hours. This process involves:
A. A reduction in vascular wall tension and vessel tone leading to decline of pressure
B. The gradual return of the blood vessel to its baseline diameter after initial stretch
C. Decreased compliance of the arteries in response to blood pressure increase
D. Complete failure of the baroreceptor reflex in response to stress
Select your answer:
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