Which of the following is incorrect pertaining to the pelvis during pregnancy?
A) The true (conjugate) distance between the sacral promontory and the posterosuperior aspect of the pubic symphysis increases.
B) The hormone, relaxin, relaxes the pelvic ligaments.
C) The transverse diameter of the pelvis is increased.
D) The amount of pelvic rotation permitted around the sacrum is increased.
E) The coccyx is permitted to move more posteriorly.
Ans: A
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