HDL Cholesterol Is Considered "Good" Cholesterol

HDL cholesterol is considered "good" cholesterol. What role does HDL play in preventing coronary heart disease?

A) HDL cholesterol inhibits LDL cholesterol synthesis
B) HDL cholesterol prevents transport of LDL cholesterol in blood
C) HDL cholesterol activates LDL cholesterol breakdown
D) HDL cholesterol prevents free radical formation in plaques
E) HDL cholesterol removes excess cholesterol from plaques