Which statement is true about the term contraceptive failure rate?
a. It refers to the percentage of users expected to have an accidental pregnancy over a 5-year span.
b. It refers to the minimum level that must be achieved to receive a government license.
c. It increases over time as couples become more careless.
d. It varies from couple to couple, depending on the method and the users.
ANS: D
Contraceptive effectiveness varies from couple to couple, depending on how well a contraceptive method is used and how well it suits the couple. The contraceptive failure rate measures the likelihood of accidental pregnancy in the first year only. Failure rates decline over time because users gain experience.
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