If the Secretion of Oxytocin During Childbirth Operated as a Negative

question 47

Multiple Choice

If the secretion of oxytocin during childbirth operated as a negative feedback control loop,what effect would it have on uterine contractions?

• A) Oxytocin would stimulate stronger uterine contractions.
• B) Oxytocin would inhibit uterine contractions.
• C) There would be no changes in the strength of the uterine contractions.
• D) Uterine contractions would initially be weak and then gain strength after the release of the hormone.

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