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Which of the following statements is incorrect.

  • A. a female has approximately 2-4 million oocytes at birth
  • B. a female has approximately 6 million oogonia during fetal development
  • C. a female ovulates about 2,000 to 4,000 oocytes during her life
  • D. only approximately 1-5 oocytes are fertilized
Correct Answer: C

Rationale: The correct answer is C because a female actually ovulates only about 400-500 oocytes during her lifetime, not 2,000 to 4,000. This is due to the process of follicular atresia where many oocytes are lost before ovulation. Choice A is correct as females have a finite number of oocytes at birth. Choice B is correct as oogonia differentiate into primary oocytes during fetal development. Choice D is incorrect as typically only one oocyte is fertilized during each menstrual cycle.