Development of the oocyte and follicular growth occur in the of the ovary.

Out of the following given choices;

A.      germinal epithelium. B. tunica albuginea. C. medulla. D. cortex.

The answer is D.  The ovarian cortex is the outer portion of the ovary. It lies immediately beneath the tunica albuginea, composed of connective tissue cells and fibers, among which are scattered primary and secondary (antral) follicles in various stages of development. The cortex varies in thickness according to the age of the individual, becoming thinner with advancing years.

you didn't give any options but heres what i can tell you: an inference is likely to change based on additional observations. the latter is something that you have seen or sensed using your sensory organs while the former is like a conclusion out from what you have observed.

the glands which are associated with each description is given below: