INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) Practice Exam

Disable ads (and more) with a membership for a one time $2.99 payment

Prepare for the INBDE (Integrated National Board Dental Examination) exam. Study with flashcards and multiple choice questions, each with hints and explanations. Get ready for your exam!

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.


What vessel plays a key role in controlling blood pressure?

  1. Veins

  2. Venules

  3. Arterioles

  4. Capillaries

The correct answer is: Arterioles

Arterioles play a key role in controlling blood pressure. Arterioles are small blood vessels that branch out from arteries and lead to capillaries. They are capable of constricting and dilating, which allows them to regulate blood flow and pressure throughout the body. By adjusting the diameter of the arterioles, the body can control the amount of blood flowing to different tissues and organs, thereby influencing blood pressure levels. Veins, venules, and capillaries are not primarily involved in regulating blood pressure like arterioles are.