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go.lag

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on: Sep 28, 2013
A function-disrupting mutation in the progesterone receptor gene would likely result in
A) the absence of secondary sex characteristics.
B) the absence of pituitary gonadotropin hormones.
C) the inability of the uterus to support pregnancy.
D) enlarged and hyperactive uterine endometrium.
E) the absence of mammary gland development.


coco

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Reply #1 on: Sep 29, 2013
From what I've read, it's C

Let me know if you need anything else. :)


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