Which of the following statements is correct?
A) The follicles in the ovary produce estrogen.
B) The corpus luteum produces progesterone.
C) The placenta can produce both estrogen and progesterone.
D) LH stimulates the formation of the corpus luteum.
E) All of the answer choices are correct.

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All of the answer choices are correct. 
A) The follicles in the ovary produce estrogen. This is correct as estrogen is produced by the follicle cells in the ovary.
B) The corpus luteum produces progesterone. This is correct as the corpus luteum is formed from the follicle after ovulation and it secretes progesterone.
C) The placenta can produce both estrogen and progesterone. This is correct as the placenta takes over the production of these hormones during pregnancy.
D) LH stimulates the formation of the corpus luteum. This is correct as LH triggers ovulation and the formation of the corpus luteum from the ovarian follicle.

Which of the Following Statements Is Correct