Question

How does a diaphragm prevent pregnancy?

A.
It releases spermicide into the uterus to keep sperm from fertilizing eggs.
B.
It produces hormones that keep a woman's ovaries from releasing eggs.
C.
It covers the penis to keep it from releasing sperm into the vagina.
D.
It blocks the cervix in order to keep sperm from entering the uterus.

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

A diaphragm is a barrier method of contraception that fits inside a woman's vagina and covers the cervix, which is the opening to the uterus. It blocks sperm from entering the uterus and fertilizing an egg. Therefore, the correct answer is D.