Which of the following properties does not pertain to the arterioles?
A) Their radii remain constant.
B) Their walls contain a relatively thick layer of smooth muscle.
C) They are responsible for the distribution of blood flow to the various organs.
D) They are the major vessels that contribute to total peripheral resistance.
E) They are richly innervated by sympathetic nerve fibers.
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