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When a cell is placed in a hypertonic solution:

A

solute exits the cell to equalize the concentration on both sides of the membrane

B

water exits the cell toward the area of lower solute concentration

C

water exits the cell toward the area of higher solute concentration

D

solute exits and water enters the cell

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C
water exits the cell toward the area of higher solute concentration
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