Occasionally the testes do not descend into the
scrotum as they should in a newborn. If this is not
corrected surgically,
a. sperm production will be affected.
b. achieving an erection will not be possible.
c. the child will have female characteristics.
d. growth will be stunted.
e. the child will not live.
Answer: a
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