Which of the following would reduce the glomerular filtration rate?
A. An increase in osmotic pressure in the glomerular capsule
B. A drop in oncotic pressure
C. Vasoconstriction of the afferent arteriole
D. Vasodilation of the afferent arteriole
E. Vasoconstriction of the efferent arteriole
Answer: C
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