Which One of the Following Statements About Abortion Rates Is

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements about abortion rates is generally TRUE?

• A)Abortion rates are consistently higher in countries that recognize legal abortions.
• B)Abortion rates are lowest in countries that ban or restrict the procedure.
• C)Abortion rates are higher in countries where contraceptives are widely available.
• D)Abortion rates are lower in countries where contraceptives are widely available.

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