If the diameter of the efferent arterioles leading away from the glomerulus increases (vasodilation)which of the following is not likely to occur?
A) Urine output will decrease.
B) Net filtration pressure will decrease.
C) Systemic blood pressure will decrease.
D) Glomerular filtration rate will decrease.

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Vasodilation of the efferent arterioles decreases resistance in these vessels, which can lead to an increase in blood flow away from the glomerulus. This does not directly affect systemic blood pressure, which is influenced by overall vascular resistance and cardiac output, not changes in a specific small vessel.

If the Diameter of the Efferent Arterioles Leading Away from the Glomerulus