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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Tissue

Question 3 • 2026-2027 EDGE Human Anatomy and Physiology A

Which glands are responsible for female growth and development?

Answer
A
testes
B
ovaries
C
kidneys
D
pancreas

Explanation

The ovaries produce estrogen and progesterone, hormones that help guide female growth and development, including puberty and reproductive development. Therefore, the correct choice is ovaries. Testes produce male sex hormones, while the kidneys and pancreas have other main functions.

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