When the heart pumps blood at an insufficient rate, the kidneys retain:

A. urea
B. calcium
C. potassium
D. salt and water

d
Rationale: The kidneys retain salt and water when the heart pumps blood at an insufficient rate. Also, fluid accumulates in interstitial spaces.

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