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What happens in the catagen phase?

  1. The hair grows actively

  2. The hair remains in a resting state

  3. The hair sheds

  4. The hair transitions, signaling the end of active growth

The correct answer is: The hair grows actively

During the catagen phase, the hair follicle shrinks and detaches from the dermal papilla, cutting off the blood supply and ceasing active growth. Option B is incorrect because the resting state occurs in the telogen phase. Option C is incorrect because shedding occurs during the exogen phase. Option D is incorrect because the catagen phase is the transitional period between the anagen and telogen phases, not the end of active growth.