Through which blood vessel does blood flow on its way from the subclavian vein to the left common carotid artery?

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Blood flows from the subclavian vein into the brachiocephalic trunk, which splits into the right common carotid artery and right subclavian artery. The left common carotid artery branches directly off the aortic arch, which is part of the ascending aorta. Therefore, the correct answer is (C) ascending aorta.

Through Which Blood Vessel Does Blood Flow on Its Way