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B
C
D
Explanation
Correct answer: A.
Choice A is correct. The hematocrit can be expressed in terms of the blood volume and the plasma volume by solving the given equation for . Multiplying both sides of this equation by yields . Dividing both sides by yields . Subtracting from both sides yields . Dividing both sides by yields .
Desmos solution:
Note: The listed values make h(b,p) print 0.4 each time, matching choice A.
Enter in Desmos:
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Why the other choices are wrong
Choice B
Choice B is incorrect and may result from errors made when manipulating the equation.
Choice C
Choice C is incorrect and may result from errors made when manipulating the equation.
Choice D
Choice D is incorrect and may result from errors made when manipulating the equation.