A healthy young adult performs moderate dynamic exercise.
What BP change is expected?
A. ↓ Systolic, ↓ Diastolic
B. ↑ Systolic, ↓/same Diastolic
C. ↓ Systolic, ↑ Diastolic
D. No change
Answer: B. ↑ Systolic, ↓/same Diastolic
Explanation: Exercise ↑ cardiac output → ↑ systolic BP;
vasodilation in muscles keeps diastolic same or slightly lower.