Stimulation of the testes in preparation to begin producing spermatozoa is the function of hormones from the ________
A) thyroid gland
B) bulbourethral glands
C) pituitary gland
D) prepuce
C
Explanation: A) Thyroid gland hormones do not stimulate the testes.
B) The bulbourethral glands do not secrete hormones.
C) Correct! The pituitary gland secretes follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to stimulate the testes to produce spermatozoa.
D) The prepuce or foreskin does not secrete hormones.
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