Question

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which statement describes a physical benefit of practicing abstinence?
abstinence eliminates the risk of pregnancy.
abstinence reduces the likelihood of alcohol abuse.
abstinence increases the likelihood of graduating.
abstinence allows people to establish more stable relationships.
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Explanation:

• Abstinence means refraining from sexual activity. Pregnancy occurs as a result of sexual intercourse. If one practices abstinence (no sexual intercourse), there is no chance of sperm fertilizing an egg, so the risk of pregnancy is eliminated.
• Reducing the likelihood of alcohol abuse is more related to choices about alcohol consumption rather than abstinence (in the context of sexual abstinence).
• Increasing the likelihood of graduating is an academic - related outcome and not a direct physical benefit of sexual abstinence.
• Establishing more stable relationships is a social - emotional benefit rather than a physical one.

Answer:

Abstinence eliminates the risk of pregnancy.