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Question 6 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

One possible response to body temperature rising above the set point is .

Answer
A
blood vessels enlarging
B
blood vessels getting smaller

Explanation

When body temperature rises above its set point, the body helps release excess heat. Blood vessels near the skin enlarge, or widen, allowing more warm blood to flow near the surface and lose heat. Blood vessels getting smaller would conserve heat instead.

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