What effect does an increased K+ level have on the adrenal cortex?

A. inhibits ADH secretion from the adrenal cortex
B. stimulates increased ADH secretion from the adrenal cortex
C. stimulates increased aldosterone secretion from the adrenal cortex
D. inhibits aldosterone secretion from the adrenal cortex


Answer: C

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