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Abstinence, Safe Sex, and Making Informed Decisions Answers

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Which is an external factor that influences a person’s decision on whether to have sex?

A
hormonal urges
B
parents
C
curiosity
D
fear of pregnancy
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How do the pill and mini-pill provide protection against pregnancy?

A
They kill sperm.
B
They block sperm from reaching an egg.
C
They prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg.
D
They release progestin into the body to prevent fertilization.
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Which action is most helpful in preventing sexual involvement?

A
bringing condoms “just in case”
B
voicing personal boundaries
C
indicating that parents will be upset
D
suggesting that it is not the right time for a dating relationship
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Which is an important consideration that a teen should think about before agreeing to have sex?

A
Sex can have negative health consequences.
B
A woman’s menstrual cycle usually comes once a month.
C
Condoms are an inexpensive barrier birth control method.
D
Sex is something that happens eventually.
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Which factors influence a person’s perception of sexual activity? Check all that apply.

A
norms
B
peer group
C
sexual activity in books
D
alcohol and other drug use
E
personal choices about clothing styles
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Look at the chart showing effectiveness of contraceptives.

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A
IUD, implant, injection
B
patch, vaginal ring, implant
C
patch, vaginal ring, pill
D
vaginal ring, patch, injection
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Which is an internal factor that may influence one’s decision to have sex?

A
boyfriend or girlfriend
B
religious beliefs
C
parental influence
D
desire for emotional intimacy
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Which is an internal factor that influences a person’s decision on whether to have sex?

A
peers
B
personal beliefs
C
involvement in school
D
media
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Which is a contraceptive method that is classified as hormonal birth control?

A
mini-pill
B
diaphragm
C
spermicide
D
female condom
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Which best describes abstinence?

A
Saying no to oral sex.
B
Avoidance of sexual intercourse.
C
Declining to go on a date with another person.
D
Refusal to have sexual intercourse or engage in other sexual activity.
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Which is a factor that acts as a barrier to making healthy decisions about relationships and sexual health?

A
a lack of knowledge
B
many structured activities
C
having a lot of information
D
no need for parental consent to receive some medical services
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Which is an emotional benefit experienced by people who practice abstinence?

A
experiencing less stress
B
maintaining reproductive health
C
reducing risk of STIs and STDs
D
eliminating the chance of pregnancy
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Why are condoms a better option than birth control pills for protecting reproductive health?

A
Birth control pills have harmful side effects.
B
Condoms are less expensive.
C
Birth control pills require parental permissions.
D
Condoms help prevent STDs.
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Which can result from healthy decisions about sex?

A
prevention of sexual assault
B
increased risk of unplanned pregnancy
C
increased incidence of mental health issues
D
avoidance of acquiring an STD
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Which type of contraception is a barrier method of birth control?

A
intrauterine device
B
sponge
C
injection
D
patch
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What is the age of consent?

A
age at which someone can legally agree to sexual acts
B
maximum age at which someone can have sex with a minor
C
age at which a person does not need parental permission to engage in sex
D
number of years legally allowed between two people engaging in sexual acts

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