The purpose of the endocrine system is to Select one: a. extract nutrients from food to meet the body s needs for energy and eliminate solid wastes. b. move blood throughout the body to supply cells with oxygen and nutrients and remove wastes. c. produce hormones that help regulate many body functions. d. provide the oxygen needed by body cells and remove the waste product carbon dioxide.

c. produce hormones that help regulate many body functions

Explanation:

The endocrine system helps in the release of hormones and regulating them into bloodstream and these hormones that are released then travel to the cells to perform different functions like growth and development, reproduction, controlling of ones mood, metabolism etc.

Therefore, the correct option is C "produce hormones that help regulate many body functions"