In response to decreased levels of aldosterone, the kidneys would likely produce
A) a decreased volume of urine.
B) urine with a higher concentration of sodium ions.
C) urine with a lower concentration of potassium ions.
D) urine with a normal pH average of 6.
E) urine with less urea.

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Aldosterone stimulates the reabsorption of sodium ions in the kidney tubules. Therefore, decreased levels of aldosterone would lead to less reabsorption of sodium ions and an increased concentration of sodium in urine.

In Response to Decreased Levels of Aldosterone, the Kidneys Would