At What Gestational Age Does the Placenta Begin to Develop

Question

At what gestational age does the placenta begin to develop?
A) Day 7
B) Day 5
C) at implantation of the fertilized egg
D) Day 3

Accepted Answer

The placenta begins to develop at the time of implantation of the fertilized egg, which typically occurs around day 6-7 after fertilization.