Question

Which period of a menstrual cycle is the fertile period?

• A. 5 - 10 days
• B. 10 - 17 days
• C. 25-28 days
• D. 1 - 5 days

Answer 1

The correct option is B 10 - 17 days

Ovulation occurs at the 14th day of a menstrual cycle. Viability of an ovum is about 24 hours. Sperms can remain viable in the female reproductive tract for 2-3 days. So the period around 14th day of a menstrual cycle is considered as the fertile period as chances of fertilisation are higher.