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Most interestingly, these genotypically males were found to undergo masculinization of their external genitalia at puberty, when the external genitalia became responsive to testosterone. Thus, a person originally thought to be a female was dramatically transformed to have the appearance of a male
Which of the following statements is supported by evidence given in the passage?
A.
Cholesterol levels are regulated via feedback inhibition by dihydrotestosterone.
B.
Maturation of the external genitalia is triggered by increased levels of testosterone during puberty.
Correct Answer
C.
Dihydrotestosterone plays a central role in the development of female external genitalia.
D.
None of the above
Ans: Maturation of the external genitalia is triggered by increased levels of testosterone during puberty.
Can anyone tell me why this is the answer? The passage states that it only became responsive and not necessarily triggered by the surge of hormone.
Which of the following statements is supported by evidence given in the passage?
Cholesterol levels are regulated via feedback inhibition by dihydrotestosterone.
Maturation of the external genitalia is triggered by increased levels of testosterone during puberty.
Dihydrotestosterone plays a central role in the development of female external genitalia.
None of the above
Ans: Maturation of the external genitalia is triggered by increased levels of testosterone during puberty.
Can anyone tell me why this is the answer? The passage states that it only became responsive and not necessarily triggered by the surge of hormone.