With reference to the human body consider the following statements: 1. The production of somatotropin goes up when a person exercise 2. Men’s testes produce progesterone 3. Women’s adrenal glands secrete testosterone 4. Stress causes the adrenals to release very less amount of cortisol than usual Which of these statements are correct?

- Statement 1: The production of somatotropin (Growth Hormone) increases during exercise. This is a well-established physiological response. (Correct) - Statement 2: Men's testes produce progesterone. While testes primarily produce testosterone, they do produce small amounts of progesterone as an intermediate in the steroidogenesis pathway. However, in the context of primary hormone production, this is often considered negligible compared to testosterone. (Marginally Correct/Misleading, often considered incorrect in simple biological questions) - Statement 3: Women's adrenal glands secrete testosterone. The adrenal glands are a significant source of testosterone in women, contributing to circulating levels. (Correct) - Statement 4: Stress causes the adrenals to release very less amount of cortisol than usual. Stress is a major trigger for the release of cortisol (a stress hormone) from the adrenal glands, leading to increased levels, not less. (Incorrect)