Which of the following is a shared characteristic between natural and barrier methods of contraception?

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Both methods work on the principle of preventing menstruation.

Both methods prevent ovulation.

Both methods prevent the meeting of ovum and sperm.

Both methods are harmful.

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Both methods avoid chances of meeting of ovum and sperm.

Natural Methods: Natural contraception methods work on the principle of avoiding the chances of the ovum (egg) and sperm meeting by tracking and monitoring fertility signs to determine when a person is fertile. During fertile periods, couples using natural methods either abstain from sexual intercourse or use alternative methods of contraception to prevent sperm from meeting the egg. The focus is on timing and abstinence to prevent fertilisation.
Barrier Methods: Barrier methods of contraception work by preventing the ovum and sperm from physically meeting with the help of barriers. These barriers, such as condoms, diaphragms, or cervical caps, create physical obstacles that block the sperm's access to the egg. The primary goal is to physically block sperm from reaching and fertilising the egg.

Ovulation and menstruation is prevented by neither of the methods. Natural methods are not harmful.

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