Which of the following is TRUE of the hormone oxytocin?

A) It causes contractions of the uterus during labor.
B) It causes the breasts to release milk for breastfeeding.
C) It causes the uterus to contract after birth to prevent hemorrhaging.
D) all of the above


D
Explanation: A) This is true, but it is not the only correct answer.
B) This is true, but it is not the only correct answer.
C) This is true, but it is not the only correct answer.
D) Correct!

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