Which hormone regulates K+ levels, and how does it work?

A. Aldosterone; increases reabsorption of K+
B. ADH; increases secretion of K+
C. ADH; increases reabsorption of K+
D. Aldosterone; increases secretion of K+
E. ANH; increases reabsorption of K+


Answer: D

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