Which of the following conditions would most likely be due to high blood pressure in a mammal?
A) bursting of blood vessels in capillary beds
B) inability of the right ventricle to contract
C) reversal of normal blood flow direction in arteries
D) destruction of red blood cells

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High blood pressure can cause damage to the fragile capillary walls, leading to their bursting and ultimately resulting in internal bleeding. This can cause various health complications such as vision problems, kidney damage, brain damage or even death. The other options, B, C, and D, are not directly related to high blood pressure.

Which of the Following Conditions Would Most Likely Be Due