Which of the following events would cease to function if the skeletal muscles became temporarily paralyzed?
A) fat and calcium storage would no longer occur
B) the movement of blood through the veins would not occur
C) the internal organs would lack any type of protection
D) core body temperature would decrease dramatically
E) the movement of blood through the arteries would not occur

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The movement of blood through the veins relies on the contraction of skeletal muscles, known as the "muscle pump." If skeletal muscles became temporarily paralyzed, this mechanism would not function properly, leading to decreased blood flow and potential complications such as blood clots.

Which of the Following Events Would Cease to Function If