Which of the Following Statements Describes the Effect of Hormones

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the effect of hormones secreted by the thymus gland?

• A) These hormones stimulate growth.
• B) These hormones lower blood Ca²⁺ levels.
• C) These hormones increase blood Ca²⁺ levels.
• D) These hormones increase blood glucose levels.
• E) These hormones stimulate the development of the immune system.

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