Which of the following vessels contain blood under the highest amount of pressure?

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Arteries are the vessels that carry blood away from the heart to different parts of the body. They have thick and muscular walls that contract to push the blood, resulting in high pressure. In contrast, veins carry blood back to the heart and have thinner and less muscular walls, resulting in lower pressure. Venules and capillaries are smaller vessels that connect arteries and veins and have even lower pressure than veins.

Which of the Following Vessels Contain Blood Under the Highest