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All blood vessels can stretch to an extent. However, arteries are most flexible because they have more muscular fibers in their walls.

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Blood vessels are stretchy, or elastic, to help accommodate changes in blood pressure. Blood pressure may change due to the body's requirements for oxygen and nutrients.

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