Question 1

The layer of the uterine wall that is shed during menstruation is the

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A)   perimetrium.
B)   myometrium.
C)   hymen.
D)   endometrium.
E)   vasometrium.F) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 2

Which of the following effects on the body can NOT be attributed to testosterone?

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A)   enlargement of male genitalia
B)   growth of pubic, axillary, and facial hair
C)   hypertrophy of the larynx
D)   increased calcium excretion
E)   rapid bone growthF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 3

As a secondary follicle enlarges,

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A)   the granulosa cells are replaced with fluid.
B)   the secondary oocyte divides by mitosis.
C)   a theca or capsule is formed around it.
D)   the zona pellucida becomes thinner.
E)   the fluid within it is reduced.F) All of the above
G) B) and E)

Question 4

The interstitial cells or Leydig cells

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A)   produce sperm.
B)   form the wall of the rete testis.
C)   cover the testis with a white tunic.
D)   secrete seminal fluid.
E)   secrete testosterone.F) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 5

Which of the following statements concerning the female mammary glands is true?

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A)   They are modified sweat glands.
B)   They are the organs of milk production.
C)   They may contain large amounts of adipose tissue.
D)   They are attached to the pectoralis major muscle by Cooper ligaments.
E)   All of these choices are correct.F) A) and D)
G) B) and D)

Question 6

Once GnRH is released from the hypothalamus and enters the hypothalamohypophysial portal system,

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A)   testosterone is released from the anterior pituitary.
B)   the interstitial cells produce inhibin.
C)   estrogen production increases.
D)   FSH and LH secretion will occur.
E)   it will inhibit FSH and LH secretion.F) D) and E)
G) B) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following events in the menstrual cycle occur at the same time?

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A)   maximal LH secretion and menstruation (menstrual flow) 
B)   early follicular development in the ovaries and maximum thickening of the uterus
C)   ovulation and menstruation (menstrual flow) 
D)   uterine wall begins to thicken and increased estrogen production by the follicles
E)   proliferation and secretionF) A) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 8

A Pap test is used to detect

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A)   pregnancy.
B)   the time of ovulation.
C)   cervical cancer.
D)   a prolapsed uterus.
E)   ovarian cancer.F) A) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 9

What are the female gametes?

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A)   oocytes
B)   ovaries
C)   sperm
D)   uterusE) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 10

Which of the following glands is correctly matched with its function?

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A)   seminal vesicles - provide nutrients for sperm
B)   prostate - lubricates the penis during intercourse
C)   bulbourethral glands - produce a thin, sweet fluid
D)   testes - produce most of the semen
E)   prostate - contributes most of the fluidF) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 11

A lack of testosterone production before birth would

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A)   inhibit normal development of male reproductive structures.
B)   inhibit anterior pituitary secretions.
C)   inhibit hypothalamus development.
D)   inhibit FSH secretion from the anterior pituitary.
E)   have no effect.F) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 12

Which of the following statements concerning testosterone is true?

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A)   It prevents hair loss in pattern baldness.
B)   It promotes atrophy of the larynx.
C)   It can lead to an increase in muscle mass.
D)   It causes the skin and hair to soften.
E)   It decreases metabolic rate in males.F) B) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 13

Match the structure with the appropriate description.
-prepuce

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A)  longitudinal skin folds that border the vestibule
B)  small erectile structure homologous to the penis
C)  a fold formed by the anterior fusion of the labia minora
D)  two hair-covered folds of skin lateral to the labia minora
E)  both the vagina and urethra open into this spaceF) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 14

The ovum is viable for _____ hours following ovulation.

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A)   8
B)   12
C)   24
D)   36
E)   48F) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 15

-What does "D" represent on the diagram?

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A)   seminal vesicle
B)   ejaculatory duct
C)   ureter
D)   testis
E)   prostate glandF) A) and D)
G) C) and D)

Question 16

The contraceptive method that not only prevents fertilization but also provides protection against sexually transmitted diseases is

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A)   the condom.
B)   oral contraceptives.
C)   spermicidal agents.
D)   coitus interruptus.
E)   the diaphragm.F) B) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 17

The location of the testes and epididymides in the scrotum

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A)   allows more room for other organs in the abdominal cavity.
B)   keeps these organs close to the penis.
C)   provides a temperature that is suitable for normal sperm development.
D)   keeps them isolated from the accessory glands of the system.
E)   helps to protect them.F) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 18

Optimum temperature for sperm production is 3 degrees cooler than body temperature. In which of the following locations would the testes produce the most sperm?

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A)   scrotal sac
B)   pelvic cavity
C)   abdominal cavity
D)   vas deferens
E)   inguinal canalF) B) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 19

-What does "D" on the diagram represent?

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A)   vagina
B)   cervix
C)   uterus
D)   ovary
E)   uterine tubeF) B) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 20

Menarche refers to

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A)   monthly ovulation.
B)   enlargement of the breasts.
C)   an increase in the sexual drive.
D)   the first episode of menstrual bleeding.
E)   the end of the menstrual cycle.F) A) and D)
G) B) and C)

Exam 28: Reproductive System

-What does "D" on the diagram represent?

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Which of the following statements concerning testosterone is true?

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Once GnRH is released from the hypothalamus and enters the hypothalamohypophysial portal system,

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The layer of the uterine wall that is shed during menstruation is the

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A lack of testosterone production before birth would

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Which of the following glands is correctly matched with its function?

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The interstitial cells or Leydig cells

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Optimum temperature for sperm production is 3 degrees cooler than body temperature. In which of the following locations would the testes produce the most sperm?

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A Pap test is used to detect

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What are the female gametes?

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Match the structure with the appropriate description. -prepuce

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Menarche refers to

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The ovum is viable for _____ hours following ovulation.

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As a secondary follicle enlarges,

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The contraceptive method that not only prevents fertilization but also provides protection against sexually transmitted diseases is

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Which of the following statements concerning the female mammary glands is true?

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Which of the following effects on the body can NOT be attributed to testosterone?

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The location of the testes and epididymides in the scrotum

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Which of the following events in the menstrual cycle occur at the same time?

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-What does "D" represent on the diagram?

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