The proliferative phase of the uterine cycle
A) occurs during the latter part of the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle
B) does not occur if fertilization takes place
C) is the result of progesterone from the corpus luteum
D) corresponds to the luteal phase of the ovarian cycle
E) occurs just prior to menstruation

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The proliferative phase of the uterine cycle occurs during the latter part of the follicular phase of the ovarian cycle. This is when the endometrium is rebuilt and thickened in preparation for potential implantation of a fertilized egg.

The Proliferative Phase of the Uterine Cycle