Question

Which of the following statements is true about follicular, ovulation, and luteal phases of the menstrual cycle?

1) The follicular phase begins with the formation of the corpus luteum.
2) The corpus luteum secretes progesterone and estrogen, which inhibit FSH and LH.
3) Progesterone maintains the thickness of the endometrium.
4) Estrogen and progesterone levels drop during the luteal phase.

Answer 1

The corpus luteum secretes progesterone and estrogen, which inhibit FSH and LH, and progesterone maintains the thickness of the endometrium.

Step-by-step explanation:

The statements 2) The corpus luteum secretes progesterone and estrogen, which inhibit FSH and LH and 3) Progesterone maintains the thickness of the endometrium are true about the menstrual cycle. The follicular phase begins with the growth and maturation of the follicle and ends with ovulation, while the luteal phase is characterized by the formation of the corpus luteum and the secretion of progesterone.