Which of the Following BEST Explains Why Anabolic Steroid Abuse

Multiple Choice

Which of the following BEST explains why anabolic steroid abuse by male athletes can lead to a decrease in testes size?

A) Circulating anabolic steroids increase the release of FSH and LH, which inhibit testes growth and function.
B) Circulating anabolic steroids decrease the release of FSH and LH, which inhibit testes growth and function.
C) High levels of anabolic steroids decrease the production of testosterone, through negative feedback, which decreases the size of the testes because they produce most of the testosterone.
D) High levels of anabolic steroids increase the production of testosterone, through positive feedback, which decreases the size of the testes because they produce most of the testosterone.
E) High levels of anabolic steroids cause the adrenal glands to release more estrogen.