In response to hormonal signals from the fetus, the mother’s body begins to secrete ________, which initiates uterine contractions and stimulates the production of other hormones in the mother’s body that assist uterine contractions

a. testosterone
b. estrogen
c. cortisol
d. oxytocin


Answer: D

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