Which of the following occurs during the process of labor?

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During the process of labor, there is positive feedback involving the release of oxytocin and prostaglandins. Oxytocin stimulates uterine contractions while prostaglandins help to soften and thin the cervix, leading to cervical dilation. As labor progresses, more and more oxytocin and prostaglandins are released, leading to stronger and more frequent contractions, which is an example of positive feedback. Negative feedback involving hormones like estrogen and human chorionic gonadotropin typically regulates other processes in the female reproductive system, but not during labor.

Which of the Following Occurs During the Process of Labor