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When is the “lub” heart sound produced?

Correct answer C. The bicuspid and tricuspid valves suddenly close

Explanation

The first heart sound, lub, occurs at the start of ventricular systole when rising pressure snaps shut the bicuspid and tricuspid (atrioventricular) valves.

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