What prevents menstruation from occurring in the 10th week when the corpus luteum regresses?

A. The follicle takes over secretion of estradiol and progesterone.
B. The follicle takes over secretion of hCG.
C. The placenta takes over secretion of estradiol and progesterone.
D. The cervix takes over secretion of oxytocin and prostaglandins.


Answer: C

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