What is the purpose of the valve between the left atrium and left ventricle?

a) Prevents backflow of blood into the left atrium
b) Controls blood flow to the lungs
c) Regulates blood pressure
d) Filters out impurities from the blood

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a) Prevents backflow of blood into the left atrium
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