Asked by Antonia Zaatoura on Apr 24, 2024
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Derek has had an orgasm and is unable to have another one just yet. His fiancé, Emma, however, has not had an orgasm yet. Her heart rate and blood pressure are rising, but at a slowing rate. In addition, the muscles in her vagina are tightening. With respect to the human sexual response cycle, Derek is in the __________, while Emma is in the __________.
A) refractory period; excitement phase
B) refractory period; plateau phase
C) plateau phase; excitement phase
D) resolution phase; plateau phase
Refractory Period
A phase right after stimulation when a nerve or muscle cannot respond to additional stimulation.
Plateau Phase
A stage in sexual response where arousal is maintained at a high level, often preceding orgasm.
Excitement Phase
The initial stage of the sexual response cycle characterized by increased arousal and preparation for sexual activity.
- Distinguish the intricate control mechanisms essential for reproduction, which include the hormonal interplay between the brain and the reproductive organs.
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Zybrea KnightMay 02, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Derek is in the refractory period, which is the stage after orgasm where sexual arousal and stimulation do not typically produce an erection or orgasm. Emma, on the other hand, is still in a state of sexual arousal and is likely in the plateau phase, which is characterized by increased heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle tension.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish the intricate control mechanisms essential for reproduction, which include the hormonal interplay between the brain and the reproductive organs.