Question

the fetus starts to develop reproductive organs _________ weeks after fertilization.

a 8-10
b 9-15
c 6-13
d 5-14

Explanation:

Identify the developmental timeline of reproductive organs

During human prenatal development, the bipotential gonads and external genitalia begin to differentiate and develop. This process of reproductive organ development typically starts around week 9 after fertilization and continues through week 15.

Match with the given options

Comparing this developmental window to the choices:

• a) 8-10
• b) 9-15
• c) 6-13
• d) 5-14

The range 9-15 weeks matches the biological timeline.

Answer:

• a 8-10
• b 9-15 (Correct answer)
• c 6-13
• d 5-14