Biology 5090 · O Level · Sexual reproduction in humans

Sexual reproduction in humans — practice question

The investigation looked at how likely pregnancy was after sexual intercourse on selected days within the menstrual cycle. The graph presents the findings from this investigation.
(a(i))[1]

The study indicates a $20\%$ chance that sexual intercourse three days before ovulation will lead to pregnancy. State how many times more likely pregnancy is if sexual intercourse happens two days later.

(a(ii))[5]

Explain the function of named hormones in the menstrual cycle during the days studied by this investigation.

(b)[3]

The diagram shows a fetus developing in the uterus of a pregnant human female. Name structure X and describe the functions of this structure.

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