Increase in plasma protein conc = decrease in GRF?

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On pg.481 of FA, 2013

Why does an increase in plasma protein concentration lead to a decrease in GFR?
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Why does a decrease in plasma protein concentration lead to an increase in GRF?

Is it the conflicting oncotic pressure?
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