Question

select the correct answer
which statement accurately describes the safety of condom use?
a. condoms are inexpensive and accessible, but they are not very effective at preventing infection or pregnancy
b. if condoms dont tear or slip out of place, they help against infection and pregnancy
c. condoms are more effective at preventing pregnancy than hormone - based birth control methods

Explanation:

• Option A is incorrect as condoms are effective at preventing infections (like STIs) and pregnancy when used correctly.
• Option B is correct: When condoms are used without tearing or slipping, they act as a barrier to prevent the transmission of infectious agents and also prevent sperm from reaching the egg, thus helping against infection and pregnancy.
• Option C is incorrect because hormonal - based birth control methods (like the pill) typically have a higher effectiveness rate for preventing pregnancy compared to condoms (when used perfectly, hormonal methods are more effective, and even with typical use, their effectiveness is often higher than condoms' typical use effectiveness for pregnancy prevention).

Answer:

B. If condoms don't tear or slip out of place, they help against infection and pregnancy