Which of the Following Statements About Sodium and Potassium Is

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sodium and potassium is not correct?

A) A lifelong intake of foods low in sodium and high in potassium is associated with a decreased risk of hypertension.
B) A lifelong intake of foods high in sodium and high in potassium is associated with a increased risk of hypertension.
C) Foods high in sodium like processed foods are usually low in potassium.
D) A low potassium intake combined with a high sodium intake is a factor that leads to high blood pressure.
E) Potassium and sodium appear to have opposite effects on hypertension.