All of the following are examples of compensatory mechanisms that would occur as a result of metabolic acidosis except
A) buffer systems accept H+.
B) kidneys secrete H+.
C) kidneys retain H+.
D) kidneys generate bicarbonate.
E) respiratory rate increases.

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In metabolic acidosis, the kidneys would not retain H+ because this would worsen the condition. Instead, they would generate bicarbonate to help neutralize the excess acid in the body. The other options listed are compensatory mechanisms that help to regulate the body's pH levels during metabolic acidosis.

All of the Following Are Examples of Compensatory Mechanisms That