Which of the following statements is true concerning the mammary glands of both males and females?

A) The only time hormones target breast tissue is during pregnancy and lactation.
B) All lumps identified in breast tissue are malignant.
C) The mammary glands are modified sweat glands that are actually part of the integumentary system.
D) Both sexes are equally prone to breast cancer.


C

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