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Read the passage given below and answer the following questions.

Natural method of contraception works on the principle of avoiding chances of ovum and sperms meeting e.g.,

(i) Periodic Abstinence: It is one such method in which the couples avoid or abstain from coitus from day 10 to 17 of the menstrual cycle when ovulation could be expected. As chances of fertilisation are very high during this period, it is called the fertile period. Therefore, by abstaining from coitus during this period, conception could be prevented. It is also called rhythm method or safe period.

(ii) Withdrawal or Coitus Interruptus : In this method male partner withdraws his penis from the vagina just before ejaculation so as to avoid insemination.

(iii) Lactational Amenorrhea : It is absence of menstruation method is based on the fact that ovulation and therefore the cycle do not occur during the period of intense lactation following parturition. Therefore, as long as the mother breast-feeds the child fully, chances of conception are almost nil. However, this method has been reported to be effective only upto a maximum period of six months following parturition.

As no medicines or devices are used in these methods, side effects are almost nil. Chances of failure, though, of this method are also high.

In periodic abstinence, couple usually avoid or abstain from coitus from

A) Day 7 to 10 of the menstrual cycle

B) Day 10 to 17 of the menstrual cycle

C) Day 12 to 17 of the menstrual cycle

D) Day 15 to 22 of the menstrual cycle