Normal development of female external genitalia
A) requires the release of estrogens by the ovary.
B) requires the release of 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone by the ovary.
C) requires the release of anti-Müllerian hormone by the ovary.
D) will occur in the absence of androgens without further action by the ovaries.

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Normal development of female external genitalia occurs in the absence of androgens and does not require further action by the ovaries. Estrogens, 5-alpha-dihydrotestosterone, and anti-Müllerian hormone are not necessary for the initial development of female external genitalia.

Normal Development of Female External Genitalia