Which of the following INCORRECTLY pairs the hormone(s) needed to achieve the effect listed?

a. active vitamin D—increase in calcium absorption in the small intestine
b. active vitamin D alone—increased release of calcium from bone
c. parathyroid hormone alone—production of active vitamin D
d. active vitamin D and parathyroid hormone—decreased calcium excretion by the kidneys


Answer: b. active vitamin D alone—increased release of calcium from bone

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