Question

How do the pill and mini-pill provide protection against pregnancy?

O They kill sperm.
O They block sperm from reaching an egg.
O They prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg.
They release progestin into the body to prevent fertilization.

Answer 1

The pills prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg.

The mini-pill, on the other hand, prevents sperm from reaching the egg. But it can also suppress ovulation, just not consistently.