What changes would you expect in acid base balance in acute metabolic acidosis?

A. pH would be below normal range and HCO3- would be normal
B. pH would be below normal and HCO3- would be above normal limits
C. pH and HCO3- would be above normal limits
D. pH and HCO3- below normal


Answer: D

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