The Most Common Reasons That 14- to 15-Year-Olds Give for Abstaining

question 55

Multiple Choice

The most common reasons that 14- to 15-year-olds give for abstaining from sex are:

• A) fear of disease and fear of pregnancy.
• B) parental and religious restrictions.
• C) concerns about their reputation and parental disapproval.
• D) negative attitudes about the physical aspects of sexual intercourse.

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