The ________ is the Difference Between the Resting and Maximal

Question

The ________ is the difference between the resting and maximal cardiac output.
A) end-systolic volume
B) end-diastolic volume
C) cardiac reserve
D) stroke volume
E) ejection fraction

Accepted Answer

Cardiac reserve is the difference between the heart's maximum cardiac output and its output at rest. It reflects the heart's ability to increase its output during periods of increased demand, such as during exercise.