Hormones that control the functions of other endocrine glands are secreted by the ____.
A) adrenal glands
B) pineal gland
C) pituitary gland
D) thymus gland

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The pituitary gland is known as the master gland because it secretes hormones that control the functions of other endocrine glands in the body. Hormones such as follicle-stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone, thyroid-stimulating hormone, and adrenocorticotropic hormone are all secreted by the pituitary gland and regulate the activity of other endocrine glands. Therefore, the correct choice is C.

Hormones That Control the Functions of Other Endocrine Glands Are