ACE inhibitors, such as captoril (Capoten), promote a decrease in blood pressure. What is the mechanism by which this occurs?
a. Interferes with secretion of rennin.
b. Interferes with activation of angiotensin I from angiotensinogen.
c. Prevents stimulation of aldosterone secretion by angiotensin.
d. Prevents conversion of angiotensin I to angiotensin II.
d
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