Use the following answer code to compare the magnitude of the items in question.
-A. stroke volume when end-diastolic volume equals 130 ml
B. stroke volume when end-diastolic volume equals 160 ml

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According to the Frank-Starling law, an increase in end-diastolic volume results in an increase in stroke volume. Therefore, as end-diastolic volume increases from 130 ml to 160 ml, stroke volume should also increase. Thus, option B is greater than option A.

Use the Following Answer Code to Compare the Magnitude of the Items