Match the hormones, labelled a. through c., with the functions. (Options may be used more than once or not at all.)
-responsible for developing and maintaining female secondary sexual characteristics
A)estrogen
B)progesterone
C)both estrogen and progesterone

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Estrogen is responsible for developing and maintaining female secondary sexual characteristics, such as breast development, growth of body hair, and regulation of the menstrual cycle.

Answer: C 
 Both estrogen and progesterone play important roles in developing and maintaining female secondary sexual characteristics. Estrogen is primarily responsible for breast development and regulation of the menstrual cycle, while progesterone plays a role in preparing the uterus for pregnancy and maintaining pregnancy.

Match the Hormones, Labelled A