Birth control pills are a combination of ovarian hormones that prevent pregnancy by

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Inhibiting the secretion of LH and FSH from the pituitary gland

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Causing changes in the uterine lining

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Neutralizing the pH of the vagina

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The correct option is B Inhibiting the secretion of LH and FSH from the pituitary gland
Birth control pills are a combination of ovarian hormones that prevent pregnancy by inhibiting the secretion of LH and FSH from the pituitary gland.

So, the correct answer is 'inhibiting the secretion of LH and FSH from the pituitary gland'

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