As parturition nears, the levels of progesterone ________ and the levels of estrogen ________.
A) decrease; increase
B) increase; decrease
C) decrease; decrease
D) increase; increase

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As parturition (the process of giving birth) nears, progesterone levels decrease because it is no longer needed to maintain the uterine lining. Meanwhile, levels of estrogen increase as it plays a role in preparing the uterus for birth and stimulating uterine contractions.

As Parturition Nears, the Levels of Progesterone ________ and the Levels