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A surge of FSH and LH is induced in the adenohypophysis 24 hours before ovulation and the first meiotic division of the primary oocyte resumes. At what stage does the oocyte become arrested until it becomes fertilized?

  • A. First meiotic division, prophase
  • B. First meiotic division, metaphase
  • C. Second meiotic division, prophase
  • D. Second meiotic division, metaphase
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D: Second meiotic division, metaphase. After the surge of FSH and LH induces the first meiotic division to resume, the oocyte becomes arrested at the metaphase stage of the second meiotic division until fertilization. This arrest allows for the completion of meiosis upon fertilization. Choices A and B are incorrect because the oocyte does not become arrested at the prophase or metaphase of the first meiotic division. Choice C is incorrect because the oocyte does not become arrested at the prophase of the second meiotic division, but rather at the metaphase stage.