Which of the following best describes the overall function of hormones?
A. To control physiological processes in the body
B. To stimulate the growth and maturation of body organs
C. To provide a pathway for nerve messages
D. To determine masculine or feminine reproductive traits
3 answers
http://www.merckmanuals.com/home/hormonal-and-metabolic-disorders/biology-of-the-endocrine-system/endocrine-function
The purpose of the endocrine system, which secretes hormones, is to control growth and development. Which of these answer choices best fits that description?
I will eliminate two answers for you -- answer choices C and D-- to give you a 50/50 chance
I will eliminate two answers for you -- answer choices C and D-- to give you a 50/50 chance
I just noticed that I messed up. D is an answer that shouldn't have eliminated, and to be honest, I believe that it is the best answer choice.