Question

Difference between diastole and systole pressure is

• A. $40$
• B. $60$
• C. $80$
• D. $120$

Answer 1

The correct option is A $40$

Diastolic pressure is the blood pressure in the arteries when the heart muscles are relaxing. Systolic pressure is the pressure which is highest blood pressure in the arteries when the muscles of the heart contracts. The diastolic pressure is 80 mm Hg and the systolic pressure is 120 mm Hg. The difference between the systolic and diastolic pressure is 40 mm Hg.

So, the correct answer is option A.