Birth control pills are a popular form of contraception for women. how do birth control pills prevent pregnancy?

a. by covering the cervix and blocking sperm from entering the uterus

b. by blocking the fallopian tubes and keeping the eggs from reaching the uterus

c. by introducing female hormones that prevent the ovaries from releasing eggs
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