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Table 6 Statements concerning abortion (n = 145)

From: Attitude toward contraception and abortion among Curaçao women. Ineffective contraception due to limited sexual education?

Statement

Agree (%)

Disagree (%)

? (%)

1. Abortion is a good method of contraception.

2

89

9

2. In countries were abortion is legal are less complications after the abortion procedure.

27

32

41

3. Abortion is a risky procedure.

91

8

1

4. Abortion is easier than using the oral contraceptive pill, condoms or intrauterine device.

2

94

4

5. Abortion is hazardous for your body.

86

6

8

6. Abortion can cause infertility.

47

20

33

7. If abortion is legalized, the number of abortions will increase rapidly.

67

17

16