An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than in the lining of the uterus. Usually it implants in the oviduct. Which of the following would be the most likely explanation for such a pregnancy being unsuccessful?
A) Human chorionic gonadotropin hCG) cannot be produced in the oviduct.
B) The orientation of the baby would be sideways.
C) The lining of the oviduct is unable to support the developing fetus.
D) The necessary hormones cannot reach the developing fetus in the oviduct.

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The lining of the oviduct is not designed to support the development of a fetus and therefore cannot provide the necessary nutrients and space for a successful pregnancy.

An Ectopic Pregnancy Occurs When a Fertilized Egg Implants Somewhere