The Brachial Artery Branches to Form the Radial and ________

Question

The brachial artery branches to form the radial and ________ arteries.
A) axillary
B) digital
C) ulnar
D) subclavian
E) brachiocephalic

Accepted Answer

The brachial artery branches to form the radial and ulnar arteries in the forearm, which supply blood to the hand and fingers. Axillary and subclavian arteries are branches of the aorta in the upper body, while brachiocephalic artery is a major branch of the aorta that supplies blood to the head and neck. Digital arteries are smaller arteries in the fingers and toes.