Low serum phosphorus levels may occur in individuals recovering from diabetic acidosis because:

a. phosphorus absorption is disrupted.
b. phosphorus is used in active carbohydrate absorption and metabolism.
c. excess phosphorus is produced by the metabolic imbalance.
d. phosphorus buffer systems are depleted during acidosis.


B

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