Which of the Following Emerges from the Descending Aorta

Question

Which of the following emerges from the descending aorta?
A) Coronary arteries
B) Carotid artery
C) Brachiocephalic artery
D) Common iliac arteries

Accepted Answer

The common iliac arteries emerge from the descending aorta and supply blood to the pelvic region and legs. The coronary arteries arise from the aorta just above the heart, the carotid artery arises from the aortic arch, and the brachiocephalic artery arises from the aortic arch as well.