OCR General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) Biology Practice Exam

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What is the effectiveness of a female condom?

92-96% effective
98% effective
95% effective
99% effective

The correct answer is: 95% effective

The female condom is designed to be a barrier method of contraception that, when used correctly and consistently, can provide a significant level of protection against pregnancy as well as sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Research indicates that the effectiveness of a female condom varies depending on factors such as user adherence and technique. In typical use, which accounts for the possibility of incorrect usage, the female condom has an effectiveness rate of about 79%. However, when used perfectly, it can be around 95% effective, which aligns with the information provided in the selected answer. This means that while 95% effectiveness is a reasonable estimate under ideal conditions, it is also important to acknowledge that actual effectiveness can be lower in real-life scenarios. The other percentages provided in the choices represent levels of effectiveness that might apply to other contraceptive methods or might be higher than the established effectiveness rate of the female condom.