In what segment of the nephron is the greatest fraction of filtered water reabsorbed?

A. The collecting ducts
B. The distal convoluted tubule
C. The ascending limb of the loop of Henle
D. The descending limb of the loop of Henle
E. The proximal tubule


Answer: E

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