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Which of the following is a barrier method of contraception?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 12 · Biology · Reproductive Health
  1. (i) Depo‑Provera injection
  2. (ii) Copper IUD
  3. (iii) Male condom
  4. (iv) Levonorgestrel emergency contraception
Answer
(iii) Male condom

The correct answer is (iii) Male condom — Step 3: Conclude Male condom is the barrier method.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Step 1: Identify barrier methods – they prevent sperm from reaching the egg by physical means.
  2. Step 2: Compare each option – Depo‑Provera is an injectable hormone, Copper IUD is an intra‑uterine device, Levonorgestrel emergency contraception is a hormone pill, Male condom is a physical barrier.
  3. Step 3: Conclude Male condom is the barrier method.
Common mistake: Confusing hormonal methods with barrier methods

Concept tested: Barrier methods of contraception

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