Which of the following is a function of hCG? O It breaks down the corpus luteum. O It helps protect the blastocyst against being rejected. O It prevents the developing placenta from secreting hormones. It stimulates the release of enzymes that enable the blastocyst to implant into the endometrium. It stimulates the breasts to become more glandular.

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