The dartos and cremaster muscles are important to the integrity of the male reproductive system. Which of the following is True about the role they play?
A) They contract to push sperm along the ductus deferens.
B) They regulate the temperature of the testes.
C) They are responsible for penile erection.
D) They contract to allow ejaculation.

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The dartos and cremaster muscles regulate the temperature of the testes by contracting or relaxing to move the testes closer or farther away from the body, respectively. This helps to maintain an optimal temperature for spermatogenesis. The other options (A, C, D) are not true regarding the role of these muscles in the male reproductive system.

The Dartos and Cremaster Muscles Are Important to the Integrity