Which of the following most accurately describes the actions of aldosterone?
A) Aldosterone increases Na⁺ secretion and K⁺ reabsorption in the cortical collecting ducts.
B) Aldosterone increases Na⁺ reabsorption and K⁺ secretion in the proximal tubule.
C) Aldosterone decreases Na⁺ reabsorption and K⁺ secretion in the cortical collecting ducts.
D) Aldosterone increases Na⁺ secretion and K⁺ reabsorption in the proximal tubule.
E) Aldosterone increases Na⁺ reabsorption and K⁺ secretion in the cortical collecting ducts.
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