Which of the following applies to the corpus luteum?
A) It forms a mature ovarian follicle.
B) It secretes human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG).
C) It secretes estrogen and progesterone during the latter half of the menstrual cycle.
D) It produces gonadotropins for the next cycle.

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The corpus luteum is responsible for secreting estrogen and progesterone during the latter half of the menstrual cycle to maintain the uterine lining for potential pregnancy.

Which of the Following Applies to the Corpus Luteum