Question

Unwanted pregnancies can be controlled by using

• A. barrier methods
• B. hormonal methods
• C. IUDs
• D. all of these

Answer 1

The correct option is D

all of these

The correct option is D.

Explanation of the correct option-

1. Barrier methods: It is a contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy. It stops the sperm from reaching the ovum and fertilizing it. An example of a barrier method is a cervical cap.
2. Hormonal methods: Hormonal methods prevent pregnancy by changing the hormone levels in the body, thereby preventing the release of the ovum. This method includes contraceptive pills.
3. IUDs: IUDs are intrauterine devices that prevent the embryo from implanting itself in the uterus. IUDs are made of metal or plastic.

Explanation of the incorrect options-

Option A:

Unwanted pregnancies can be controlled through barrier methods, hormonal methods, and IUDs. Therefore, the barrier method is not the only correct option.

Option B:

Pregnancies can be avoided by using barrier methods, hormonal methods, and IUDs. Therefore, the hormonal method is not the only correct option.

Option C:

Unwanted pregnancies or conception by using any either barrier methods, hormonal methods, or IUDs. Therefore, IUD is not the only correct option.

Hence, unwanted pregnancies can be controlled by using barrier methods, hormonal methods, and IUDs.