Question

4.
select the correct answer.
what happens in an ectopic pregnancy?
a. the ovary releases two eggs at a time, and multiple fetuses grow in the uterus.
b. the fertilized egg does not have a chromosome, which causes it to develop abnormally.
c. the fertilized egg is not implanted in the uterus and starts growing outside of it.

Explanation:

To solve this, we recall the definition of an ectopic pregnancy. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when a fertilized egg implants outside the uterus (e.g., in the fallopian tube, ovary, etc.).

• Option A describes a multiple pregnancy (e.g., twins) from two eggs, not ectopic.
• Option B is incorrect as a fertilized egg has chromosomes, and chromosomal issues are different from ectopic pregnancy.
• Option C matches the definition of an ectopic pregnancy (fertilized egg grows outside the uterus).

Answer:

C. The fertilized egg is not implanted in the uterus and starts growing outside of it.