When the tubular maximum for a substance is exceeded,

A. more of the substance is reabsorbed.
B. the excess remains in the urine.
C. less of the substance is filtered in the renal corpuscle.
D. more of the substance is actively secreted.
E. the excess goes into the blood.


Answer: B

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