Which of the following most accurately describes the actions of aldosterone?

A. Aldosterone increases Na+ secretion and K+ reabsorption in the cortical collecting ducts.
B. Aldosterone increases Na+ reabsorption and K+ secretion in the proximal tubule.
C. Aldosterone decreases Na+ reabsorption and K+ secretion in the cortical collecting ducts.
D. Aldosterone increases Na+ secretion and K+ reabsorption in the proximal tubule.
E. Aldosterone increases Na+ reabsorption and K+ secretion in the cortical collecting ducts.


E

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