During a cardiac cycle, the volume of blood pumped out by each ventricle per minute is called:
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Correct answer: Cardiac output
Cardiac output is defined as the volume of blood pumped out by each ventricle per minute. It is calculated by multiplying the stroke volume (approx. 70mL) by the heart rate (approx. 72 beats/min).
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