Which of the following events would cause a decrease in mean arterial blood pressure?

A. Constriction of blood vessels in the skin
B. An increase in ADH production
C. Release of atrial natriuretic factor
D. An increase in aldosterone production
E. Activation of the renin-angiotensin mechanism


Answer: C

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