Milk ejection occurs as a result of stimulation of nerve endings in the ________,  which leads to the release of ________ from the pituitary.

A. nipple and areola; prolactin
B. mammary acini; oxytocin
C. nipple and areola; oxytocin
D. nipple and areola; progesterone
E. mammary acini; prolactin


Answer: C

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