The role of the pituitary hormone FSH in males is to
A) stimulate the interstitial cells to produce testosterone.
B) stimulate the Sertoli cells to produce inhibin.
C) initiate sperm production in the testes.
D) develop and maintain secondary sex characteristics.
E) influence sexual behaviors and sex drive.

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FSH in males stimulates the Sertoli cells in the testes, which play a critical role in the initiation of spermatogenesis, the process of sperm production. FSH helps regulate the production of sperm by promoting the maturation and differentiation of developing sperm cells.

The Role of the Pituitary Hormone FSH in Males Is