Final answer:
In females, the inguinal canal contains the round ligament of the uterus, not the ovary or fallopian tube, and helps maintain the position of the uterus.
So, the correct answer is A. ovary/fallopian tube.
Step-by-step explanation:
The inguinal canal in females contains the round ligament of the uterus, not the ovary or fallopian tube. The round ligament is a structure that extends from the uterus through the inguinal canal to the labia majora. It plays a role in maintaining the position of the uterus. In contrast, the spermatic cord, which includes the vasa deferentia (ducts carrying sperm from the testes), is what passes through the inguinal canal in males. Inguinal canals are anatomic structures in both males and females, representing an area where hernias can occur, typically involving protrusions of the small intestine.
So, the correct answer is A. ovary/fallopian tube.