The distinguishing feature of an artery from a vein is:

Thicker wall

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Usually carries oxygenated blood

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Carries more haemoglobin

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Both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is D Both A and B
An artery carries oxygenated blood from the heart to different parts of the body. It has thick walls that allow it to withstand the high pressure of the blood.
Veins carry deoxygenated blood from the different parts of the body to the heart. The veins have thin walls.
So, the correct answer is option D.

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