Which of the Following Is True with Regard to Federally

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true with regard to federally funded abstinence-only programs?

• A)They persuade young persons to postpone sexual activity.
• B)They help young persons avoid pregnancy and transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
• C)They are ineffective in reducing sexual activity,STDs,and pregnancies.
• D)They reinforce the reasons to avoid sexual activity until after marriage.

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