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Among contraceptive methods, condoms offer an additional important benefit besides preventing pregnancy:

Answer: Protection against STIs.

  • A Increase in sperm count
  • B Protection against STIs
  • C Regulation of the menstrual cycle
  • D Permanent sterilisation

Correct answer: B. Protection against STIs

Explanation: Condoms act as a barrier and also protect against sexually transmitted infections, a benefit most other contraceptives do not provide.

Contraceptive Methods by CategoryNaturalabstinence,withdrawalBarriercondom (alsoblocks STIs)IUDCuT, LippesloopHormonalpills, injectables,implantsSurgicalvasectomy,tubectomyEffectiveness and permanence generally increase left→right; only barrier methods stop STI transmission

Contraceptive methods span a spectrum from temporary/natural to permanent/surgical; condoms stand out as the only method offering STI protection alongside contraception.

Concept context

Understand reproductive health, family planning, contraception methods, STIs, population control, and assisted reproductive technologies.

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