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If an elastic band were to constrict the ascending aorta by 50%, which of the following would NOT be an anticipated response?
• The cardiac muscle would synthesize more protein.
• The volume of blood ejected with each heartbeat would increase.
• The heart would react similarly to how it does in cases of hypertension.
• The thickness of the cardiac muscle would increase.