Which of the following statements about condoms are true? Condoms are a barrier method of contraception. Condoms provide protection against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Condoms are effective in preventing pregnancy only when used with spermicide. Condoms are available for both males and females.

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As no medicines or devices are used in these methods, side effects are almost nil. Chances of failure, though, of this method are also high. In barrier methods, ovum and sperms are prevented from physically meeting with the help of barriers. Such methods are available for both males and females. Condoms (Figure 3.1 a, b) are barriers made of thin rubber/ latex sheath that are used to cover the penis in the male or vagina and cervix in the female, just before coitus so that the ejaculated semen would not enter into