Suppose That Latisha's Menstrual Cycle Begins on the First Day

question 189

Multiple Choice

Suppose that Latisha's menstrual cycle begins on the first day of January. If she is planning on having sexual intercourse but does not want to become pregnant, she should be most concerned about using contraception (or abstaining from intercourse) during which of the following dates?

• A) January 2-7
• B) January 10-15
• C) January 20-26
• D) January 27-31

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