Most of the increase in mean arterial blood pressure that occurs during dynamic (isotonic) incremental exercise is due to
A) an increase in diastolic blood pressure.
B) the increase in systolic blood pressure.
C) both an increase in diastolic and systolic blood pressure.
D) none of the above.

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During dynamic exercise, the increase in mean arterial blood pressure is primarily due to an increase in systolic blood pressure, as a result of increased cardiac output and peripheral resistance. Diastolic blood pressure may increase as well, but to a lesser extent. Therefore, choice B is the best answer.

Most of the Increase in Mean Arterial Blood Pressure That