Body systemsQuestion 769 of 1700
What is the job of the heart?
- It pumps blood around the body
- It filters wastes from the blood
- It stores nutrients for later use
- It makes saliva for the mouth
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Correct answer: It pumps blood around the body
The heart pumps the blood through the vessels.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 11.2: Cardiovascular System
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026