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High blood pressure, or hypertension, is caused by the constriction of arterioles, and it can lead to:

Question
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is caused by the constriction of arterioles, and it can lead to:
Improved circulation
Rupture of an artery and internal bleeding
Increased digestion
Better oxygen transport
Answer
Rupture of an artery and internal bleeding
Detailed Explanation
Hypertension results from constriction of arterioles, increasing resistance to blood flow, which can cause an artery to rupture and lead to internal bleeding.
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