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Which major vein returns blood from the head and upper body to the heart?

AThe inferior vena cava
BThe coronary artery
CThe pulmonary vein
DThe superior vena cava
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. The superior vena cava
The superior vena cava returns blood from the head and upper body to the right atrium.
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