The carotid sinus contains ____, and the aortic body contains ____.
A)proprioceptors/mechanoreceptors
B)proprioceptors/chemoreceptors
C)pressoreceptors/mechanoreceptors
D)pressoreceptors/chemoreceptors

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The carotid sinus contains pressoreceptors, which detect changes in blood pressure, while the aortic body contains chemoreceptors, which detect changes in oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood. Therefore, the best choice is D, as it correctly identifies the functions of each structure.

The Carotid Sinus Contains ____, and the Aortic Body Contains