During the isovolumic contraction (also referred to as isovolumetric contraction) phase of the cardiac cycle:

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During the isovolumic contraction (also referred to as isovolumetric contraction) phase of the cardiac cycle:

	(A) The hydrostatic pressure in the left ventricle is higher than the hydrostatic pressure in the left atrium.
	(B) The hydrostatic pressure in the left ventricle is lower than the hydrostatic pressure in the left atrium.
	(C) The hydrostatic pressure in the left ventricle is higher than the hydrostatic pressure in the aorta.
	(D) The hydrostatic pressure in the left ventricle is lower than the hydrostatic pressure in the aorta.

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Posted: Saturday, March 19, 2016