You are answering a USMLE-style medical question. Question: A 58-year-old male with a history of obesity and hypertension presents to his primary care physician for a follow-up visit. He reports that he feels well and has no complaints. He currently takes hydrochlorothiazide. His temperature is 98.6°F (37°C), blood pressure is 135/80 mmHg, pulse is 86/min, and respirations are 17/min. His BMI is 31 kg/m2. Results of a lipid panel are: Total cholesterol is 280 mg/dl, triglycerides are 110 mg/dl, HDL cholesterol is 40 mg/dl, and LDL cholesterol is 195 mg/dl. Her physician considers starting her on atorvastatin. Which of the following will most likely decrease after initiating this medication? Options: A) Mevalonate B) Acetoacetyl-CoA C) Diacyglycerol D) High-density lipoprotein Reply with ONLY the letter of the correct answer (A, B, C, or D). No explanation.

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