Which of the Following Is True of the Estrous Cycle

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of the estrous cycle of rats?

• A) Removal of the ovaries does not disrupt the estrous cycle once it has been established in the adult female.
• B) The estrous cycle is controlled by adrenal hormones.
• C) Ovulation is not required for sexual behavior during the estrous cycle.
• D) The estrous cycle lasts 4 days.
• E) The uterine lining is lost on day 4 of the cycle.

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