Which of These Statements Best Describes the Action of the Hormone

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements best describes the action of the hormone progesterone during pregnancy?

A) Progesterone produces the hormone human chorionic gonadotropin.
B) Duct formation in the breast is stimulated by progesterone.
C) Progesterone promotes sloughing of the endometrial wall.
D) Progesterone maintains the endometrium around the fetus.