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

Platelets are responsible for which of the following? Check all that apply.

Answer
A
transporting nutrients
B
controlling bleeding
C
getting rid of carbon dioxide
D
initiating blood clots
E
helping to control body temperature

Explanation

Platelets help stop bleeding by clumping at damaged blood vessels and initiating blood clots. They do not transport nutrients, remove carbon dioxide, or help control body temperature; those functions involve other blood components and body systems.

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