An ectopic pregnancy results when
A) more than one sperm fertilizes an oocyte.
B) an oocyte that has not been fertilized implants in the uterus.
C) more than one oocyte is fertilized.
D) a fertilized ovum begins to develop in the uterine tube.
E) a fertilized ovum begins to develop while attached to the cervix.

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An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized ovum implants and begins to develop outside the uterus, most commonly in the fallopian tube. This can be life-threatening for the mother and requires medical intervention. Choices A, B, C, and E are incorrect because they do not accurately describe an ectopic pregnancy.

An Ectopic Pregnancy Results When