How do oral contraceptives act?
A) inhibit the release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone
B) increase the secretion of progesterone
C) inhibit the release of progestin
D) reduce the viscosity and thickness of the cervical mucus
E) paralyze the cilia in the fallopian tube

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Oral contraceptives primarily work by inhibiting the release of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH), which in turn prevents the release of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), thereby preventing ovulation.

How Do Oral Contraceptives Act