Constriction of the ________ decreases hydrostatic pressure in ________.

A. efferent arterioles; proximal convoluted tubules
B. efferent arterioles; Bowman's capsule
C. efferent arterioles; glomerular capillaries
D. renal vein; peritubular capillaries
E. afferent arterioles; glomerular capillaries


Answer: E

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