Why is the size and shape of the true pelvis more important than that of the false pelvis?

a. The fetal head must be able to pass through the true pelvis.
b. The true pelvis are the mother's measurements.
c. The size of the false pelvis can change.
d. The size of the true pelvis needs to be larger.


ANS: A
The size and shape of the true pelvis is more important than the false pelvis because the fetal head must be able to pass through for vaginal delivery to occur.

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