Question

In the follwoing questions, a statement of assertion is followed by a statement of reason. Mark the correct choice.
Assertion : Periodic abstinence is a natural method where couples abstain from coitus
Reason :Coitus from day 5-10 of the menstrual cycle should be avoided because this is the time of ovulation.

• A. If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
• B. If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion.
• C. If assertion is true but reason is false.
• D. If both assertion and reason are false.

Answer 1

The correct option is C If assertion is true but reason is false.

Periodic abstinence is a natural method of birth control in which the couples avoid or abstain from coitus (copulation or intercourse) from day 10 to 17 of the menstrual cycle because Ovulation can occur during this period. The chances of fertilization are very high during this period, therefore, it is called the fertile period.