Which of the following available contraceptives has the lowest initial rate of effectiveness?
a. Male condom
b. Tubal ligation
c. Female condom
d. Vaginal contraceptive ring
C
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A The initial rate of effectiveness of the male condom is not the lowest. Effectiveness begins at 86%.
B The initial rate of effectiveness of a tubal ligation is not the lowest. Effectiveness begins at 99.5%.
C Out of the answer choices, the female condom has the lowest rate of effectiveness, beginning at 79%.
D The initial rate of effectiveness of the vaginal contraceptive ring is not the lowest. Effectiveness begins at 98%.
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