Question

What is the total number of polar bodies formed during
oogenesis in the ovary?

• A. $1$
• B. $2$
• C. $4$
• D. $3$

Answer 1

The correct option is D $3$

Number of polar bodies
During the first meiotic division, the primary oocyte divides into two unequal haploid daughter cells, a large secondary oocyte and a small first polar body.
The first polar body divides to form two second polar bodies.
The secondary oocyte again divides into unequal daughter cells, a large ovum and a small second polar body.
So, the total number of polar bodies formed are $3$.