The period of 5 to 10 years during which a woman's reproductive system begins to decline is called __________.
A) the climacteric
B) perimenopause
C) menopause
D) postmenopause

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Perimenopause is the period of 5 to 10 years during which a woman's reproductive system begins to decline. The climacteric refers to the entire process of hormonal change, while menopause specifically refers to the end of menstruation, and postmenopause refers to the period after menopause has occurred.

The Period of 5 to 10 Years During Which a Woman's